6-Year Quest for a 30-inch Rainbow
Kenai River trout fishing in September means big rainbows and unforgettable moments. Read about the hunt for giant Kenai trout and the anglers who came north chasing the fish of a lifetime. Read More...
The Kenai River in 2025
A Look at the Kenai River Runs for 2025 by Dallas Voss, Explore Kenai For those who dream of fishing Alaska’s world-famous Kenai River or who are poised to access this Read More...
Mind Versus Trout: Navigating Fact, Fiction, and Fish Behavior
Fishing strategy is influenced by how our brains process information. Cognitive biases can shape decisions on the water, sometimes leading to success, other times causing us to stick with the wrong plan. Read More...
20 Lessons in 20 Years: A Guide’s Journey of Kenai Trout Fishing
Story by Jeremy Anderson & Photos by Alaska Drift Away Fishing In 2002, Nick Ohlrich and I found our way to Alaska, landing jobs at the Russian River campground in Cooper Landing. Read More...
The Ultimate Adventure in Seward, Alaska
Seward, Alaska, is a vibrant seaside town on the Kenai Peninsula in southcentral Alaska. It’s about a 2.5-hour drive south of Anchorage to get to Seward, and it’s the gateway to Resurrection Read More...
Trout fishing tips
Every fall, thousands of anglers flock to the Kenai River, hoping to join the prestigious "30-inch trout club." This is often one of the ultimate fishing achievements for fly anglers—kneeling in Read More...
Kings and Miracles
King salmon fishing is a rite of passage in Alaska, cherished by locals and visitors alike. Preserving this tradition calls for shared responsibility in conservation. Read about Fish Alaska co-founder Melissa’s memorable Read More...
The Saltery River Experience
Story and photos by Kodiak Alaskan Adventures Kodiak Island has a great reputation for its abundance of fish and easy accessibility to fishing. Most people think of its saltwater fishing Read More...
Jig Life Episode 7
Jigging with Icy Bay Lodge In Episode 7 of the Jig Life, Marcus and the crew head to Icy Bay Lodge in Southeast Alaska to hit the saltwater and jig Read More...
High Water Fishing Tactics for Kenai Rainbows
High water fishing presents significant challenges, as the swift currents and discolored waters make it more difficult to locate and catch fish effectively. Check out these tips from Nigel Fox for a Read More...
Alaska Fishing Derby Season: Fish for Cash
Alaska Fishing derby season brings excitement with numerous derbies across the state, offering anglers the chance to reel in cash prizes. by Melissa Norris Summer is here and that means it’s Read More...
Kenai Sockeye Counts: 2024 Kenai and Kasilof Red Salmon Forecast
Kenai sockeye counts, as well as Kasilof sockeye counts forecast, are helpful tools for planning your Alaska trip. Whether sockeye fishing in Alaska is the primary focus of your trip or just Read More...
Homer Winter King Derby: Tips for Your Best Tournament Weekend
Homer Winter King Derby is an annual fishing competition held in Homer, Alaska and has a rich history dating back several decades. Follow these strategies for an enjoyable and successful experience at Read More...
Jig Life Episode 6
Big 3 Bottomfish at Kodiak Legends Lodge In Episode 6 of the Jig Life, Marcus and the crew head to Kodiak to fish the Big 3 Bottomfish with Kodiak Read More...
Valdez Fishing Information: Articles and Stories
Valdez Fishing Resources and Information Our experts have been visiting Valdez to fish for a couple of decades. Our up-to-date perspective of the fishery is part of what makes us a genuine Read More...