Soldotna, Alaska is located just 140 miles from Anchorage via highway and is one of the gateways to a great fishing vacation on the Kenai River. The world record king salmon was caught here in 1985 just downstream from the visitor information center on Sterling Highway. That fish is still on display today in the visitor’s center. Soldotna isn’t just about fishing however, it also borders the Kenai National Wildlife Refuge, giving visitors access to mile upon mile of pristine wilderness. The town also has over 50 restaurants, shopping, and accommodations for every style and budget. Here are some of the best fishing lodges to keep in mind when planning your trip to Soldotna.
Alaska Denise Lake Lodge
37090 Denise Lake Drive
(907) 262-1789
http://www.deniselakelodge.com
Denise Lake Lodge is located on Denise Lake three miles outside the town of Soldotna. Rooms in the main lodge accommodate two to four people and the adjacent cabins can fit two to eight people. Breakfast is included and each room has a private bathroom, TV, and fridge. Grills, a laundry room, and an exercise room are available as well. Depending on the time of year, single rooms are priced between $69 and $89 and cabins run from $59 to $79 per person. Packages are also available that include guided fishing. They are for a minimum of two people and the prices and activities vary greatly depending on the time of year you’re planning your trip.
Kenai Jim’s Lodge and Guide Service
http://www.fishalaskanow.com
33790 Polar Street
Kenai Jim’s offers packages ranging from $985 for three days fishing and four nights of lodging to $1855 for six days and seven nights. The lodging is described as condominium style and includes a kitchen to cook your own meals. The package deal also allows you to choose between salmon and halibut fishing and the trip can be customized with fly-outs or trout fishing trips for a few extra dollars. Daily fishing and lodging rates are also available.
Tom’s Cabins and Guide Service
http://www.fishkenai.com
43830 Oehler Road
(907) 262-3107
Tom’s Cabins are located a short walk from the Kenai River and they give their guests a fish dinner every Wednesday. The cabins sleep four to five people; have private baths, BBQ grills, a kitchen, and access to a deck. Packages including guided fishing range from $1375 to $2190 depending on the length of stay and the time of year. The July package includes five nights in a cabin, 1 Halibut trip, 1 fly-out trip, and 2 King Salmon trips for $1775. The packages all include lodging, gear, bait, snacks, and beverages. The lodges can also be rented out without trips and the trips can be further customized. They also offer special deals occasionally on their packages, so look at their website for more information.
Northstar Adventures
http://www.fishwithnorthstar.com
(907) 262-6004
Northstar Adventures has bed and breakfast style lodging with access to the Kenai River. You can book individual day trips, just lodging, or a package deal. Day trips run $225 for a day of Halibut fishing, $190 for a half-day of King Salmon fishing, and $335 for a fly-out trip. Lunches are included with the price. Lodging is $95 a night. Package deals range from $995 for three days, three nights, to $1,550 for five days, six nights. The packages include one half day trip, sockeye salmon fishing from the dock, fish processing and packaging, as well as breakfast and lunch.
Pete’s Fishing Guide Service & Lodging
http://www.petesfishing.com
33351 Keystone Drive
(907) 262-7139
Pete’s fishing has cabins located on the banks of the Kenai River. You can book half-day and full day guided packages and are for a minimum of two people. Half-day packages run from $1015 for four nights, two King Salmon trips, and one Halibut trip to $1575 for seven nights, four King Salmon trips, and one Halibut trip. Full day packages run from $1190 for four nights, 2 King Salmon trips, and one Halibut trip to $2215 for seven nights, four King Salmon trips, and one Halibut trip. These prices are for July, however, so if you are planning a trip for spring or fall the prices will be cheaper. Trips can also be customized for more or less guided fishing or to include Rainbow Trout trips or fly-out fishing.
Alaska Legacy Fish Camp
http://www.alaskalegacy.com
3363 Keystone Drive
(907) 260-6558
The Alaska Legacy Fish Camp is situated on the Kenai River and overlooks the Kenai Wildlife Refuge. Cabin rentals and day fishing are both priced at $250 a day. Package deals include a four day, three night package for $1075 that includes three days of guided fishing, unlimited private bank fishing, and four nights in a riverside cabin and a six day, five night package for $1725 that includes five days of guided fishing, six nights in the cabin, and the option to substitute one salmon charter for either a halibut trip or a glacier cruise. Alaska Legacy also gives you the option to book saltwater salmon, fly-out, or bear viewing trips.
Soldotna Bed and Breakfast Lodge
http://www.soldotnalodge.com
399 Lover’s Lane
The Soldotna Bed and Breakfast Lodge is also located on the banks of the Kenai and offers a full breakfast every morning. The hosts are also fluent in German, Japanese, French, and English. During the summer months, the prices for the rooms range from $119 to $270 a night. They also offer the ability to book charters at their private dock. Half-day salmon charters run from $200 to $260 while full day salmon charters run from $285 to $350. Halibut charters are also offered for $265 and can be combined with lingcod or salmon fishing for a higher price. Fly-out fishing or bear viewing is also available and runs from $430 to $700. A large array of packages are also offered.
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