While it is always tough to make any guarantees about fishing, it may be even more difficult to assume your catch when it comes to the fish of 1000 casts… the steelhead. What we are sure of, however, is that you will have an unparalleled experience fishing the beautiful Tongass National Rainforest. There is truly no place like Southeast Alaska. Furthermore, we have easy access to more than 10 steelhead streams, offering different opportunities for varying conditions. Weather and fish runs can often be unpredictable, but the numerous streams provide a multitude of options. Furthermore, we make it a top priority to ensure that your stay with us is as special and memorable as we can make it. Operating since 1998, we have a great track record of doing just that. 

While steelheading can be unpredictable, we are sure that if you spend the week with our guides, you will hook fish. How many you’ll get to touch can be hard to say. On a good day of guided fishing, we have had as many as 20 steelhead on the line. Yes, you read that correctly, 20! During more difficult times, you may have to search high and low just to feel that tug on the line for the day. For a group of two with a guide, we expect at least a few “hook ups” in a day of fishing, barring extreme circumstances.

Run numbers vary from year to year, and from river to river. The largest river system on the island carries an estimated 700-1000 steelhead per year. While that is the largest system, the number is not necessarily magnitudes greater than the other systems. Other runs vary from about 200-600 fish annually. That’s for each of over 10 easily accessible streams!

Raingear! The Tongass National Rainforest is one of the rainiest places in North America! Don’t let that detour you, we actually get a fair amount of sun and mixed weather during steelhead season. In the later part, we often find ourselves hoping for rain. What’s more, the rain is not apart from what makes this place so special. All that is to say, you’ll want to consider a layering system for clothing. The weather can change every five minutes, and you’ll want to be able to adapt accordingly. Of course, bring your waders and your fly-fishing gear. Please ask us if you do not have waders and/or a favorite fly rod so that we can accommodate you with these items for your trip. Our tackle shop is also stocked with numerous accessories, flies, and apparel that are available for purchase at any time during your stay.

Whether you are an avid swinger or spey fisherman, love to drift beads, or prefer nymphing or other lighter means, there are multiple opportunities for you here. Several rivers have enough flow to warrant a two-handed rod to cover more water, as you cast and step through each run, while other streams offer tight slots and deep canyon holes where fish stack up in great numbers far beneath the old-growth timber canopy.

2024 Rates: 

• $4988 per person

Package includes:

• 6 nights/5 days of fully guided fishing 
  • Ask about custom packages for longer stays.
• Luxury accommodations; fully furnished house fit perfectly for your group
• Meals; riverside/sack lunch and a hearty dinner 
• Transportation after arrival to the lodge

*rates are for a minimum of two people – maximum of 6 people.

A 6 person max means we close our doors to other groups during your week, to ensure you have an exclusive stay, and that we are not competing for water!

Ask about our Remote Sea Based Excursions!  – This is an extremely rare, one of a kind experience! 

Our affiliation, Where To Adventures, is the only permitted operator on 5 remote rivers in the Tongass. Click HERE to learn about this incredible opportunity!