About Your Trip

Water Type

River

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

About Your Trip

Katmai Trophy Lodge is located on the banks of the famed Naknek River, perfectly situated on the edge of tide water, giving us quick access to both ocean- fresh salmon and the trophy rainbow trout fishing that the Naknek is famous for. This is a full-service fishing lodge in the heart of Bristol Bay just two miles outside the boundary of the world- renowned Katmai National Park. You may have heard that the Bristol Bay watershed is home to the largest runs of salmon in the world. A lesser known fact is that it is also Alaska’s only designated “Trophy Rainbow Trout” area. The river system starts in the snow-capped mountains of Katmai National Park flowing down through our beautiful chain of lakes, through rolling tundra hills, ending with the Naknek flowing into the Bering Sea. This unspoiled nutrient rich environment enables the fish to grow to incredible size.

With salmon runs that number in the millions, Trout and Char that grow well over 30”, and some of the best bear viewing in the world, this trip is a true outdoor enthusiast's paradise! Bristol Bay is home to some of the largest runs of salmon in the world; You'll get to target the giant Rainbow Trout, Char and the rare and beautiful Grayling that inhabit these fertile waters.

The fishing portion of your trip will be spent on the water with your guide, which is why the guides at Katmai Trophy Lodge take great pride in providing their guests with some of the best fishing guides in Bristol Bay. All of their guides are expert fly fishermen in their own right, able to instruct you in the latest techniques, provide you with the best in tackle and flies and help you succeed in having the best fishing experience possible.

Their boats and fishing gear are customized to give you the greatest chance for success and feature products from Orvis, Simms, StealthCraft and Koffler Boats, Scott and Temple Fork Fly Rods and Hatch fly reels.

They consider the famous Brooks River and Falls a must-see attraction, which is why they have included a trip to Brooks in every one of the standard packages. The Brooks River offers world class trout fishing in a small stream setting, and a tremendous sockeye salmon run that feeds an entire ecosystem, including a few dozen of the world’s largest bears. So make sure to bring your camera!

The guides at Katmai partner with Branch River Air and their meticulously maintained fleet of float planes to offer fly out packages to the other famous Bristol Bay destinations like the American, Alagnak, Nushagak, Moraine, Ugashik and Kulik as well as many of the small gems hidden around the more remote sections of southwest Alaska.

**Tour Length & Price:**

7 day "Standard" package
It includes 7 nights lodging and meals and 6 days of guided fishing, including 1 day of guided fishing/bear viewing on the famous Brooks River.

7 day "Best of Bristol Bay" package
This package adds 3 guided float plane fly-outs (weather dependent) to our standard package.

7 day “Unlimited” Package .
Includes 6 days of guided fishing anyplace your heart desires (weather dependent). River, fly-outs, day raft trips? We’ve got you coved. Minimum of 2 people needed to book this package.
This package includes guided fishing anywhere you and your fishing partner(s) choose each day with the only limitation being to keep the float plane flight under 45 minutes one way.

Lodging: Stay in a two-story riverfront log lodge overlooking the Naknek River. Enjoy meals prepared by a professional chef featuring Alaskan specialties like salmon, halibut, and reindeer. Evenings can be spent tying flies, sharing stories, or relaxing in your private room or cabin, which includes full-time electricity, a mini-fridge, individually controlled heat, log furniture, and a private bathroom.

Daily Routine:
At dinner, guides will help plan the next day’s fishing options, which may include fly-outs to remote rivers, jet boating tributaries, or exploring Naknek Lake. Choose to target different fish and rivers each day for variety.

7:00 AM: Breakfast
8:00 AM: Fishing
12:00 PM: Lunch on the water
6:30 PM: Dinner
10:00 PM: Quiet time

What's Included:
- Airport transfers (King Salmon Airport)
- Licensed guides
- Breakfast, dinner, and shore lunch
- Fishing gear: rods, reels, flies, lures
- Salmon cleaning and vacuum packing
- Private rooms with daily maid service
- Limited waders and boots
Not Included:
- Flights to/from King Salmon
- Saturday fishing
- Alcohol, taxes, fishing license, King Stamp
- Tips for staff and guides
- Insulated fish boxes

What to Bring:
- Breathable waders with non-felt boots
- Rain or wading jacket
- Layers for variable weather
- Backpack for gear and layers

If Bringing Your Own Equipment:
- Fly Rods:
- 5–6 weight: For small streams; use nymphs, streamers, and mouse patterns.
- 7–8 weight: For larger rivers; use streamers, leeches, and jointed flies.
- 9 weight: For salmon; use bright, weighted flies for all except Sockeye, which require nymphs.
- Spey Rods:
- 7–8 weight: Trout with skagit heads and sink tips.
- 8–9 weight: Kings with bright intruder flies.
- Adjust fly selection based on the season, with bead rigs for eggs and large nymphs for Sockeye.

Amenities

Water Type

River

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Fish Cleaning

This guide will clean your catch for you.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Live Bait

Live bait is included for this trip.

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled for a refund up to 60 days before the trip.

Lunch

Lunch / light snacks are included.

Boat Restroom

No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.

Kid Friendly

This trip is best for adults.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

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Pricing Matrix

	144 Hours
1 Person	$13,990.00
2 People	$13,990.00
3 People	$20,985.00
4 People	$27,980.00

Pay 20% of the price as a deposit today, with the balance due on the day of the trip.

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About Your Guide

James J.

Outfitter 36 years of exp.

Captain James spends his summers running the Katmai Trophy Lodge, one of the preeminent Alaska fly fishing lodges. Born and raised on Michigan's Pere Marquette River, Captain James grew up fly fishing before he could walk. Captain James is a self-proclaimed fly fishing addict. When he's not taking care of the legendary Katmai Trophy Lodge, you can find him globetrotting to the boundaries of the world, testing the limits of what species can be caught...

About Your Guide

James J.

Outfitter 36 years of exp.

Captain James spends his summers running the Katmai Trophy Lodge, one of the preeminent Alaska fly fishing lodges. Born and raised on Michigan's Pere Marquette River, Captain James grew up fly fishing before he could walk.

Captain James is a self-proclaimed fly fishing addict. When he's not taking care of the legendary Katmai Trophy Lodge, you can find him globetrotting to the boundaries of the world, testing the limits of what species can be caught on the fly.

Fill in date, party size, trip duration, and start time above to book and get out there with Captain James of Naknek Lake and Bristol Bay, Alaska and Captain Experiences!

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Start Location & Lodging Options

King Salmon, Alaska

Areas Fished

Naknek River

Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

River

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Fish Cleaning

This guide will clean your catch for you.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Live Bait

Live bait is included for this trip.

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled for a refund up to 60 days before the trip.

Lunch

Lunch / light snacks are included.

Boat Restroom

No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.

Kid Friendly

This trip is best for adults.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Target Species

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Techniques

Fly Fishing

Everything Else to Know

Lunch is provided.

You'll need to buy a fishing license before getting out there. Find out more about licenses here.

This trip is managed by an outfitter. James will be your point of contact and you will go out with one of their guides.

We use a cashless autopay system. We'll send you a boarding pass, and on the day of the trip, your guide will scan your boarding pass to automatically transfer the remaining balance. The only cash needed is to tip your guide (we recommend 20%).

Cancel for free up to 60 days before the trip and receive credit back to your account. Cancelling within 60 of the trip will forfeit your deposit to the guide. Day-of cancellations and no-shows will be charged the full balance of the trip to their card.

In the event of inclement weather you'll be covered by out 100% Weather Guarantee and will not lose your deposit.

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