Experience top-tier Alaskan fishing with guided trips, scenic lodges, and all-inclusive packages. Discover why anglers flock to Eagle Head Nest for a true wilderness adventure.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
Full-day trips, 8 hours
Fitness Level
Moderate physical fitness; some standing and casting required
Wildlife
History
Alaska's fishing industry has thrived since the early 20th century, shaping local communities and culture.
Conservation
The business emphasizes sustainable fishing practices to protect marine populations for future anglers.
Russell Fishing Company
Experience top-tier Alaskan fishing with guided trips, scenic lodges, and all-inclusive packages. Discover why anglers flock to Eagle Head Nest for a true wilderness adventure.
Russell Fishing Company is a guide outfitter based in Sterling, Alaska serving the Kenai Peninsula, Cook Inlet, and surrounding waters. The company offers a range of guided adventures including trout fishing, halibut and pacific cod trips, multi-species offshore charters, fly-in lake fishing, Kenai salmon river trips, Kenai Fjords rafting, and bear viewing float plane or boat excursions.
Trips target species such as Rainbow Trout, Steelhead, Dolly Varden, King (Chinook), Coho (Silver), Sockeye salmon, halibut, lingcod, and Pacific cod. Several trips include bait, tackle, and filleting services; specific offerings note filleting options and gear provided. The Kasilof salmon trip requires waders. The Kenai Salmon Fishing Trip runs July through October and focuses on Sockeye and Silver salmon. Kenai Fjords Rafting highlights include an active tidewater glacier, wildlife sightings including orcas and humpback whales, and a deli lunch provided on the 6-hour tour.
Departures and logistics vary by trip: multi-species charters depart from Homer, AK for Gulf of Alaska fishing; fly-in options cross Cook Inlet to Crescent Lake and the Alaska Range; bear viewing is available via float plane to Wolverine Creek, Crescent Lake, or Chuitna River, or by boat to Lake Clark National Park. Russell Fishing Company emphasizes guided, locally led outings with experienced staff who operate drift boats and charter vessels appropriate to each trip.
This third-person summary presents the company’s core offerings, locations, species targeted, trip durations, and on-trip services to help prospective visitors choose the right Alaska adventure.
Location
Sterling, Alaska
Base on the Kenai Peninsula
Tours Offered
10 Unique Trips
Fishing, rafting, bear viewing, and more
Typical Durations
5–8+ hours
Half-day to full-day adventures
Guided Trips
Local Expert Guides
Guides provide gear and expertise
Reserve a guided fishing, rafting, or bear viewing trip from Sterling — availability varies by season, book early.
Bring layered clothing
Weather can change quickly, so pack layers for comfort and safety.
Book early for fly-in trips
Remote trips fill up fast; reserve your spot in advance.
Use sun protection
Strong sun on the water warrants sunscreen, hats, and sunglasses.
Prepare for high winds
Choppy waters can be common; secure gear accordingly.
Fishing rod and reels
Provided but bringing your own preferred gear can enhance comfort.
Polarized sunglasses
Reduces glare off the water for better visibility and safety.
Layered waterproof clothing
Keeps you comfortable and dry during variable weather.
spring;summer;fall
Sunscreen and insect repellent
Protects skin from sunburn and bug bites in warmer months.
summer