Enjoy
one
of
Alaska’s
favorite
past
times
as
early
as
the
end
of
July
and
continuing
through
the
latter
part
of
September
at
Silver
Salmon
Creek.
We
have
quality
sport
fishing
for
Dolly
Varden,
Pink
Salmon
and
a
strong
run
of
primarily
World
Class
Silver
Salmon
from
August
through
September
waiting
for
you.
Is
there
a
fish
catching
limit?
Our lodge limit is two fish per person, per day.
Do you have both traditional rod and reel fishing and fly fishing?
Yes. We encourage guests to bring their own fishing gear and tackle; however, we do have traditional rod and reels available for guests to use and tackle for sale. Many guests enjoy fly fishing, but we request they bring their own gear.
Do you fish from a boat or a stream?
We offer stream fishing; however, we will gladly arrange a Halibut charter from Silver Salmon Creek for an additional $150.00 per person, per trip, based on availability for you.
Do you sell fishing licenses?
Yes, however, to maximize your fishing experience, you may want to purchase your fishing license prior to your arrival at the lodge. To buy your fishing license on line: http://www.admin.adfg.state.ak.us/license
What is the cost for a non-resident fishing license?
(1) Day License $ 20.00
(3) Day License $ 35.00
(7) Day License $ 55.00
(14) Day License $ 80.00
Note: Age 16 and older must purchase a license for fishing and clam digging.
Is bait allowed in the creek or streams?
No. Artificial lures, spinners and recommended flies are legal and area specific.
What do we do with the fish we catch?
We encourage catch and release fishing, however, you may bring a cooler to take your fish home or we do offer filleting and vacuum sealing at $1.00 per lb. We have freezer(s) to store your fish until your departure. We also have insulated fish boxes for sale.
Suggested fishing tackle recommendations:
Traditional medium weight rod and reel that holds 12 – 17 lb. line.
Lures: Blue Fox Vibrax (yellow, pink, silver) and Pixee (pink, orange, green).
Fly Fishing: 7 or 8 (best) weight fly rod, 5 or 6 weight for Dolly Varden, leader material 8 or 12 lb. silvers test line, 6 – 8 lb. test (Dolly Varden).
A favorite: Maxima Ultragreen.
BB size split slot sinkers.
Flies: (Silver & Red Salmon) purple egg sucking leeches, showgirls, flash flies, anything purple or flashy.
Is
there
a
fish
catching
limit?
