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Iliamna, Alaska : Many say that Alaska is all about float planes, bears, beautiful scenery, and big bright fish. I agree, and Rainbow King Lodge (www.rainbowking.com) is all about the best Alaska has to offer. If you are looking for an Alaskan fishing trip of a lifetime you can't do any better than spending a week at Rainbow King. Huge 28 - 32 inch rainbows, big bright salmon, wildlife up close, Beaver and Otter float planes, breath taking Alaskan vistas, its all here. The guides, pilots and staff are all first rate, the accommodations are more than comfortable, and everyday they provide a different Alaskan adventure of your choosing. Its "over the top!"

Iliamna, Alaska

Many say that Alaska is all about float planes, bears, beautiful scene ...

Updated: Nov 09, 2009 8:58pm PST

Kobuk River, Alaska : Fishing for the acrobatic Sheefish above the Artic Circle on the Kobuk River is simply an incredible experience. Don't feel bad if you've never heard of a Sheefish they are rare existing in just 5 Alaskan rivers. Aggressive biters that average 15 - 20 pounds on the Kobuk, they will challenge you and your gear. The legendary Lorry Schuerch has been guiding the Kobuk since the 50's and knows where to find big Sheefish. Our seven member group landed over 100 fish (all but about a dozen were released unharmed) in just two days of fantastic fishing. We stayed at the Kiana Lodge where Lorry and his wife, Nellie, provide first class accommodations and home cooked food that is fantastic. This is an Alaskan experience that should be on everybody's "bucket-list." Contact Lorry at 1-907-475-2149 or check out the Kiana Lodge website at: www.alaskasheefishing.com

Kobuk River, Alaska

Fishing for the acrobatic Sheefish above the Artic Circle on the Kobuk ...

Updated: Oct 26, 2009 8:28pm PST

Langara Island, B.C. 2008 : Langara Island is heaven to salmon anglers and I had a chance to revisit one of my most favorite places on earth. When I visited in 2005 along with very impressive salmon fishing the sunrises were spectacular. This time the wildlife were very accommodating providing excellent photo opportunities. Again, Langara Fishing Adventures were our hosts and the service and accommodations were incredible. Call them at 604-232-5532 or check out their website:www.langara.com

Langara Island, B.C. 2008

Langara Island is heaven to salmon anglers and I had a chance to revis ...

Updated: Nov 22, 2009 9:26pm PST

Walter's Cove, B.C. : Located on the west side of Vancouver Island, Walter's Cove gives direct access to some of the richest salmon waters in the world.

Walter's Cove, B.C.

Located on the west side of Vancouver Island, Walter's Cove gives dire ...

Updated: Mar 16, 2010 7:09am PST

Rivers Inlet, British Columbia : If catching 50# Chinook salmon is your idea of a good time, then Rivers Inlet B.C. is the place for you! Don't expect double digit hook-ups during the day, but if your rod doubles over it will likely to go "9-eyes deep!" I highly recommend Salmon King Lodge, a.k.a Good Hope Cannery. Give them a call at 1-800-665-0613 or check them out at www.goodhopecannery.com

Rivers Inlet, British Columbia

If catching 50# Chinook salmon is your idea of a good time, then River ...

Updated: Sep 29, 2007 12:23pm PST

Cross Sound, Alaska : Massive schools of salmon and huge halibut can be found in the deep waters at the foot of the Fairweather Mountains. Nearby Elfin Cove is the perfect place to launch an assault on this big fish mecca. Contact Eagle Charters at 1-888-828-1970 for details or have alook at their website: www.eaglecharters.com.

Cross Sound, Alaska

Massive schools of salmon and huge halibut can be found in the deep wa ...

Updated: Oct 04, 2009 4:56pm PST

Salmon River, Idaho : Known as the "River of No Return" the Salmon River and its majestic valley are absolutely breathtaking. Spending time in this remote area accessible only by horseback, plane, or boat its like going back in time into a lost world. Add to that fantastic fishing for Summer Steelhead and crashing whitewater rapids that require expert boating skills to negotiate and you have all the makings for a true adventure. Bruce King provides both day trips and overnight stays for parties up to six and provides all that is required for an outstanding experience. For more information give him a call at 503-649-6768 or check out his website at: www.kingfisherrivertrips.com

Salmon River, Idaho

Known as the "River of No Return" the Salmon River and its majestic va ...

Updated: May 30, 2010 1:35pm PST

Malcolm Island, British Columbia : Sund's Lodge is the perfect spot for intercepting 5 species of Pacific salmon salmon in the calm protected waters of Queen Charlotte Strait. It is among the premier fishing lodges in B.C. Call them at 1-800-991-SUND or checkout their website: www.sundslodge.com

Malcolm Island, British Columbia

Sund's Lodge is the perfect spot for intercepting 5 species of Pacific ...

Updated: Aug 31, 2007 12:35pm PST

Skagit River, Washington : Located about 30 miles south of Bellingham, the Skagit is well known for its big wild steelhead. In April we found them fishing with Rob Endsley, Pacific Northwest Sportfishing, 360-676-1321. Super guide, beautiful country and fantastic fishing for monster steelhead. It doesn't get any better! Rob has a great website: www.pacific-northwest-sportfishing.com

Skagit River, Washington

Located about 30 miles south of Bellingham, the Skagit is well known f ...

Updated: Oct 04, 2009 4:49pm PST

Deschutes River, Oregon : One of the most beautiful places on earth and its loaded with acrobatic summer steelhead. The best way to enjoy the Deschutes is to have an experienced guide run you up the river in a white water sled. You pass through Class IV rapids and have access to the entire lower river. Jack Smith is one of the best. Checkout his website at www.allseasonsguideservice.net

Deschutes River, Oregon

One of the most beautiful places on earth and its loaded with acrobati ...

Updated: Oct 04, 2009 4:51pm PST

Graham Island, British Columbia : The Queen Charlotte Islands are best known for outstanding salmon fishing, but the Yakoun, Tlell, and Mamin Rivers on Graham Island provide excellent winter steelhead opportunities. Kumdis Lodge at Port Clements is the ideal location to start your adventure. Contact Langara Fishing Adventures at 604-232-5532 for information on this outstanding wild steelhead opportunity. Their website address is: www.langara.com And, no, it doesn't snow all the time. The weather is usually quite mild, we just happened to get lucky.

Graham Island, British Columbia

The Queen Charlotte Islands are best known for outstanding salmon fish ...

Updated: Oct 04, 2009 4:52pm PST

Milbanke Sound, British Columbia : There's a salmon super highway that runs along the west cost of British Columbia and Milbanke Sound is smack in the middle of it. Huge schools of bait fish draw hordes of hungry salmon on their way back south to their rivers of birth. West Coast Resorts provides a perfect spot to enjoy this outstanding fishery. Give them a call at 1-800-810-TYEE (8933) or have alook at their website: www.westcoastresorts.com

Milbanke Sound, British Columbia

There's a salmon super highway that runs along the west cost of Britis ...

Updated: Oct 04, 2009 4:45pm PST

Astoria, Oregon : Buoy 10 is one of the most popular and exciting salmon fisheries in the Pacific Northwest. Tackle testing chinook and acrobatic coho mingle in the Columbia's huge estuary and the fishing can be nothing short of fantastic!

Astoria, Oregon

Buoy 10 is one of the most popular and exciting salmon fisheries in th ...

Updated: Mar 31, 2012 8:30am PST

Langara Island, B.C. 2005 : Langara is the most northerly island in the Queen Charlotte's and along its shores are some of the richest salmon waters in the world. Langara Island Fishing Lodge is the way to enjoy this magnificent fishery. Call Langara Fishing Adventures at 604-232-5532

Langara Island, B.C. 2005

Langara is the most northerly island in the Queen Charlotte's and alon ...

Updated: Nov 22, 2009 10:20pm PST

Whale Channel, British Columbia : Saltwater salmon fishing doesn't get any better than this in May, June and early July. Thousands of chinook and coho , calm protected waters, and no crowd! Fish till you drop. Contact West Coast Resorts at 1-800-810-TYEE (8933).

Whale Channel, British Columbia

Saltwater salmon fishing doesn't get any better than this in May, June ...

Updated: Sep 01, 2007 4:56pm PST

Skeena River, British Columbia : One of the most famous and beautiful rivers in British Columbia. Many more shots to come.

Skeena River, British Columbia

One of the most famous and beautiful rivers in British Columbia. Many ...

Updated: Sep 08, 2007 4:38pm PST

Tillamook Bay, Oregon : A great day of fishing for Spring Chinook on Oregon's famous Tillamook Bay. Tim Juarez invited me to a morning of fishing in his brand new Willie Raptor. What a day and what a boat!

Tillamook Bay, Oregon

A great day of fishing for Spring Chinook on Oregon's famous Tillamook ...

Updated: May 23, 2010 4:23pm PST

Brewster, Washington : Under construction.....more to come!

Brewster, Washington

Under construction.....more to come!

Updated: Sep 07, 2010 8:12pm PST

Cook Inlet, Alaska : Alaska's Kenai Pennisula is known worldwide for its huge salmon. Before making their freshwater migration up the Kenai River these big fish swim through Cook Inlet. My buddy Dan Kearn and I spent a couple days with "Spinner Dave" Kaffke and his son Weston fishing these prime waters. The day begins with a launch off the beach and then trolling along the shoreline often within 20 - 30 feet of the shore. The fishing was great with multiple 40-pounders caught on light tackle and Dave's custom spinners. Check out "Spinner Dave's" at www.spinnerdave.com

Cook Inlet, Alaska

Alaska's Kenai Pennisula is known worldwide for its huge salmon. Befo ...

Updated: Apr 04, 2011 8:03pm PST

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