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Fly-Ins Fishing Adventure in Kasilof, Alaska - Anchorage

Fly-Ins Fishing Adventure in Kasilof, Alaska

Kasilofmoderate

Difficulty

moderate

Duration

6–8 hours

Fitness Level

Participants should have moderate physical fitness to manage easy hikes and boat transfers during the fishing experience.

Overview

Experience an exclusive fly-in fishing adventure in Kasilof, Alaska, with Russell Fishing Company. Catch salmon in breathtaking Crescent Lake and enjoy stunning views of the Alaska Range.

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Kenai, Alaska

Fly-Ins

For all ages! • 5 Hours • Up to 12 People

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About This Adventure

Embark on an unforgettable fishing adventure across Cook Inlet to stunning Crescent Lake and the Alaska Range. Experience the thrill of catching salmon, including silvers and sockeye, while surrounded by breathtaking scenery and potential wildlife sightings. Choose from various fishing spots, ensuring a unique and memorable day on the water.

Duration

5 hours

About

Crescent Lake

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.

Chuitna River

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 Silvers. There is some walking involved and chest waders are required (we do not provide chest waders). Silver Salmon limit is 3 pp.

Wolverine Creek/Big River

Just a short flight across Cook Inlet, where you and your guide board an open skiff, then motor around the shore of Big River Lakes near Wolverine Creek. This is an area bears frequent, fishing for salmon. You are on the water for about 5 hours, then fly back to our base in Nikiski.

Kustatan

Experience: Fly west across Cook Inlet to the Alaska Range for silver salmon fishing. Depending on the conditions, you’ll either fish from a boat on a lake or from the shore on a river, with locations chosen to maximize success. The flight is approximately 20–25 minutes each way.

Adventure Tips

Dress in Layers

Alaska's weather can shift quickly, so layering helps maintain comfort throughout your trip.

Bring Waterproof Gear

Waterproof boots and jackets keep you dry during unpredictable rain or lake spray.

Use Polarized Sunglasses

Polarized lenses reduce glare off the water, improving visibility and reducing eye strain.

Watch for Wildlife

Stay aware of local wildlife such as bears or moose; maintain a respectful distance for safety.

Local Insights

Wildlife

  • Bald eagles soaring over the lake
  • Moose foraging along the shoreline

History

Kasilof has a rich fishing heritage dating back to Alaska’s early commercial salmon seasons and indigenous communities.

Conservation

Russell Fishing Company follows sustainable fishing practices to protect salmon populations and preserve local ecosystems.

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Recommended Gear

Waterproof Jacket

Essential

Keeps you dry during rain showers and lake spray.

spring specific

Polarized Sunglasses

Essential

Reduces glare on the water, improving visibility for spotting fish.

summer specific

Thermal Layers

Essential

Provides warmth as temperatures drop during autumn fishing trips.

fall specific

Bug Spray

Helps keep mosquitoes and other insects at bay during warmer months.

summer specific