The Sport Fisherman’s Dream: Alaska Salmon Fishing
Ron Richards
Alaska is home to the biggest sport caught King Salmon ever.
Weighing in at 97 lbs. 4 oz., this magnificent specimen taken
from the Kenai River is what Alaska salmon fishing dreams are
made of. For this reason, anglers from far and wide are lured
to Alaska in hopes of bringing home their own fishing legends.
The frigid, crystal clear waters of the Kenai River are home to
numerous species of trophy fish including salmon, Rainbow Trout
and Char. At the height of a red salmon run, these fish are so
bountiful that all one has to do is gaze down into the clear
waters to see numerous sport fish making their way through. In
fact, the salmon are so plentiful that one of the great Alaska
legends says that the salmon runs so thick you can walk across
their backs.
With all of this bounty, it is no wonder that Alaska has become
the prime destination for anglers, both novice and seasoned.
Accommodating the flood of anxious fisherman during the peak
Alaska fishing season (peak season runs from June to August),
has led to the establishment of fishing lodges and guided
fishing tours with the primary goal of giving guests the
fishing vacation of their dreams.
Many of these establishments offer lush, wilderness
accommodations that are within feet of prime fishing spots. No
worry of these spots being crowded though. Situated on private
property, many lodges are let out to only one group at a time
which means that you and your buddies or family will be the
only fishermen for miles around. And many of these prime spots
are only accessible by boat or plane. There are no nearby
residents and no access roads. Now that is a vacation!
You can fish clear waters loaded with all kinds of salmon
including King Salmon (Chinook), Silver Salmon (Coho), Red
Salmon (Sockeye), Chum Salmon (Dog) and Pink Salmon (Humpies)
to your heart's content. Amazingly, it is estimated that a
catch of 10 to 20 salmon per day is not uncommon on some parts
of the Kenai River. You'll only be able to keep your limit, of
course, but you can catch and release fish till you're too
tired to fish. Always check local regulations and make sure you
have a fishing license.
Are you going to be visiting Alaska and would like to do a
little salmon fishing but do not want to dedicate an entire
week to the sport? Maybe a one-day charter complete with a
guided tour would be perfect for you. On these tours,
experienced and knowledgeable guides direct you to unbelievable
fishing spots on the Kenai or one of many other Rivers and
creeks in Alaska . Once there, they help you through every step
of the way to ensure that your Alaska salmon fishing experience
is unforgettable.
Interested? Sure you are. Why not take some time to see what an
Alaska salmon fishing vacation could have in store for you. Have
fun!
About The Author: Ron Richards is a 39 year Alaska resident and
enjoys hunting, fishing, hiking, and sharing the great state of
Alaska with others. Some of Alaska's premiere fishing trips are
guided day trips on the Kenai River. Visit
http://findanalaskacruise.com
for more information on getting
to Alaska.
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