Fishing
At Alaska West Air, Inc. all of our fishing trips are fully guided on the Kenai Peninsula, unless otherwise stated. The guides provide spinning gear, tackle and bait appropriate to the fishery, and they will clean the catch. Fly-fishing equipment is NOT provided, although guides will provide appropriate flies if given notice that you will be using your own fly-fishing gear. We strongly recommend that if you have your own hip boots or chest waders, you should use them. We have a limited supply of hip boots available to loan. You'll need to bring rain gear and lunch. Due to fluctuating fuel costs, we reserve the right to add a fuel surcharge at any time. There is a 3% fee for all credit card transactions. You are welcome to pay for your trip with cash or cashier's check.

Fishing licenses can be purchased online at: https://www.adfg.alaska.gov/Store/

Salmon fishing

Sockeye (Red) Salmon
Early June - Late August at various locations

Wolverine Creek
(early June - mid to late August)
$650.00 pp - 3 person minimum
Fly west across Cook Inlet to the base of the Alaska Range. Fishing area is located where Wolverine Creek flows into Big River Lakes. The water is usually very clear and the fish can be seen in large schools close to shore. This trip is a favorite not only for the great fishing, but it is an excellent place to view bear. Sightseeing in route is great for bear, moose, and occasionally whales. The flight is about 25 minutes each way. 3 fish pp limit.  Morning or afternoon trips available.
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Crescent Lake

(early July through mid to early August)

$750.00 pp - 3 person minimum

Depart to the west across Cook Inlet. Your destination is Crescent Lake at the base of Mt. Redoubt. This is a very scenic flight passing glaciers and mountains in the Alaska Range. You may also see wildlife on this flight, including bear, moose, and whales. The best time for Arctic Char and Lake Trout is early June through September. The peak of the Sockeye salmon run is The first week of July through early to mid August. This lake and river fishing trip uses a skiff to move around, with fishing done from shore or wading. Limit for salmon is 3 fish per day. Morning or afternoon trips available.

Coho (Silver) Salmon
Mid July – late September at various locations

Kustatan or Big River Lakes
(mid July through late August)
$650.00 pp - 3 person minimum
Fly west across Cook Inlet to an area at the base of the Alaska Range. Lake fishing from a boat, or shore fishing on the river. Depending on which location you fish, flight time is 20-25 minutes each way. Morning or afternoon trips available. 3 fish pp limit.
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Fishing
Crescent Lake fishing
Crescent Lake
(late August through late September)
$750.00 pp - 3 person minimum
Depart to the west across Cook Inlet. Your destination is Crescent Lake at the base of Mt. Redoubt. This is a very scenic flight passing glaciers and mountains in the Alaska Range. You may also see wildlife on this flight, including bear, moose, and whales. The best time for Arctic Char and Lake Trout is early June through September. The Silver Salmon run traditionally shows up around the third week of August. There are also Arctic Char and Lake Trout in the lake. This lake and river fishing trip uses a skiff to move around, with fishing done from shore or wading. Limit for salmon is 3 fish per day, and trout limits are 5 fish per day, pp. Morning and afternoon trips available.
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Chuitna River
(late July through mid to late August)
$750.00 pp - 3 person minimum
This is a great river for silvers, either on the fly or with spinning gear. Fly to a lake near the remote native village of Tyonek, where a villager will assist us by driving you to the river. Once there you will fish for Rainbows in the spring and Silvers in the fall. There is some walking involved. Rainbow limit is 2 pp, and we prefer catch and release on these. Silver Salmon limit is 3 pp.
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Chuitna River

Other fish species

fish catch
Grayling
(June - September)
$750.00 pp  - 3 person minimum
Heading east across the Kenai Peninsula we will take you into the clear, pristine lakes of the Kenai Mountains. Experience the thrill of top water strikes on a dry fly or just cast spinners for “big dorsal fin” Grayling. Flight time is 30-45 minutes each way.
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Northern Pike
(Late May through September)
$750.00 pp - 3 person minimum
Fish Alexander Lake in the Susitna River Drainage area for Northern Pike, surrounded by the mountains that are home to the famous Matanuska Valley area of Alaska. There is no limit on this species, and releasing live fish back into the water is prohibited!
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closeup of a fish

Due to unforeseen spike in fuel prices, Alaska West Air has made the difficult decision to reserve the right to add a fuel surcharge to each seat during the 2024 season. 

Cancellation Policy

If you cancel your trip 180 or more days prior to your departure date, you will receive a refund in the amount of your deposit less a 10% admin fee. If you cancel your trip 179 or less days prior to your departure date, there is no refund. If you do not show up on the day of your trip, payment in full is required.  If your trip is cancelled due to weather or a mechanical issue with our plane, and you cannot reschedule, you will receive a refund less a 10% admin fee.

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