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Try Alaska Fishing

Fishing in Alaska, whether you are an experienced angler or just curious to try it, is one of the most memorable experiences you can have. In a setting of majestic mountains, vast wilderness, and a rugged coastline, Alaska fishing vacations are sure to satisfy the appetite of hardcore outdoors enthusiasts and casual fishermen alike. And let's not forget the huge variety of fish in thousands of lakes and rivers, or along the miles and miles of coast.

Unless you are a resident or a brave soul who likes the idea of ice-fishing in the Alaska winter, the main fishing season stretches from May to September. The summer in the north is quite short, with July and August the warmest months, and most popular for tourists. You needn't worry about crowds though; the land is so vast and there are so many options that finding a secluded spot for some quality fishing is easy.

With 40% of the United States' coastline, the 49th State has a lot to offer for those who want to fish the ocean. Halibut and Salmon are popular choices, and world-record sizes of both have been caught in Alaska waters. Halibut are commonly about 20 to 50 pounds, and King Salmon can often reach 90 pounds. Salmon are out in the ocean early in the year, May and into June, before they head upstream and can be fished in the rivers, like the popular Kenai river.

For those heading inland for sport fishing, the lakes and rivers have a large variety of fish. Freshwater species such as Grayling, Lake Trout, Northern Pike and Pink Salmon are common. In the far north, delicious Arctic Char abound in the lakes and rivers north of the Brooks Range.

alaska_fishing.jpgMost popular for inland sport and fly-fishing are Rainbow Trout and Dolly Varden. Both are good fighters and make exceptional fishing. Against a backdrop of incredible mountain ranges, shared with loads of wildlife like grizzly bears, moose, deer, wolves and others, this is a fishing trip you'll never forget!

Alaska has a lot of tour operators, fishing lodges and fishing tour guides to help set up your dream trip. Fishing lodges are often quite luxurious, even in very remote settings, and the fishing is excellent. For a really great experience, consider a fly-in trip, where you will be taken to a very isolated lake or river and really get a sense of the vastness of the land.

Whichever way you choose to go, ocean-fishing off the coast, fly-fishing in a mountain stream, or sport fishing in the lakes and rivers, Alaska fishing vacations are quite simply superb. Even if you have never tried fishing before, consider visiting this incredible land just for a chance to experience the thrill of landing a great fish in such an incredible setting. It is an experience you are not likely to ever forget.

For more information on Alaska and planning Alaska Fishing Vacations, please visit: http://www.AllAlaskaGuides.com

Jan Hanna is a travel writer who prefers Caribbean winters to Alaska winters, but can't say enough about Alaska in the summer.

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