Spend an amazing day on the river with ChasingTales Alaska! Join Captain Alex, who’s been fishing in the area his whole life. He goes above and beyond for his guests and tries his best to adjust each trip to meet their needs. Based on your skill level and personal preferences, he’ll suggest an option where you’ll get the most out of your trip.

You’ll be fishing on one of the two 21’ custom built aluminum boats that can accommodate up to 4 guests each. The boats are powered by single 50 HP Yamaha engines and reach a maximum speed of 30 knots. The vessels are also wheelchair accessible.

All trips are available from mid May until the end of October and you can choose from half-day and full-day trip options. These trips are shared, which means you’ll be charged by person, not for the whole boat. Options to book private boats can be discussed, but come wth an upgrade fee.

You’ll primarily drift fish and back troll for a variety of fish species, such as Steelhead, Dolly Varden, Arctic Char, and different types of Salmon. Captain Alex covers all fishing equipment and even caters to fly fishermen. Rainbow Trout, Dolly Varden, and Steelhead have to be released, but you get to keep other species.

Feel free to bring any food and drinks you prefer and don’t forget to purchase a fishing license.

ChasingTales Alaska does their best to make your trip an unforgettable experience. Choose a date and join for some freshwater action!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Shared trip
    Half Day Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 60 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 5:00 AM
    Seasonal trip May 1 - Oct 31
    US $400
    This short morning trip is a great way to get the freshest fish meat for lunch. Target Dolly Varden, Steelhead, and various Salmon species, all depending on the season. You only need to bring your fishing license, everything else is included in the price.
  • Shared trip
    Half Day Trip (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 60 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:30 PM
    Seasonal trip May 1 - Oct 31
    US $400
    Fishing opportunities very much depend on the season, so Captain Alex will suggest the best option for your day out. There are various species and techniques you can try out. All equipment you'll need is included in the price, you just need to bring your fishing license.
  • Shared trip
    Full Day Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 60 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 5:00 AM
    Seasonal trip May 1 - Oct 31
    US $600
    You can go after Rainbow Trout, Dolly Varden, Red Salmon, Silver Salmon, Pink Salmon, and King Salmon. You'll target your preferred species but will give alternatives if fishing is slow. All fishing equipment is included in the price.
  • Shared trip
    Full Day Trip (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 60 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 1:30 PM
    Seasonal trip May 1 - Oct 31
    US $600
    You can fish for 8 hours even if you start your adventure in the afternoon. Fishing in Alaska is extremely seasonal. Trip location and species will be determined the day prior to the trip to ensure you have the best chances for success.
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FAQs about ChasingTales Alaska

ChasingTales Alaska offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $200 per person - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $200 per person - Half Day Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $300 per person - Full Day Trip (AM) (8 hours)
  • US $300 per person - Full Day Trip (PM) (8 hours)

When you book a trip with ChasingTales Alaska, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well

Trips booked with ChasingTales Alaska include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Snacks (Light trail mix etc)
  • Drinks (Water Cofee )
  • Fly Fishing Equipment

ChasingTales Alaska offers the following types of fishing:
  • River Fishing
  • Lake Fishing

ChasingTales Alaska offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Fly Fishing
  • Drift Fishing

Top targeted fish species with ChasingTales Alaska include:
  • Arctic Char
  • Dolly Varden
  • Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
  • Salmon (Chinook)
  • Salmon (Coho)
  • Salmon (Pink)

Meet the Captain

Alex Carey
Sterling, Alaska, United States
26 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since January 2020
What sets me apart is my selflessness and generosity on the river. Most guides start guiding so they can fish more, only to realize guiding is not fishing. I will present you with an honest opinion on what trip is best for you personally. From there, I will go above and beyond to put in the extra time and effort needed to make the trip unique and exceptional for you. I understand this trip is about you not me and I will cater the trip to your liking based upon the conditions at hand. My passion for the fish and the region are apparent from the beginning and you will no doubt have an enjoyable day on the water.

About this listing

Targeted species

Arctic Char Arctic Char
Dolly Varden Dolly Varden
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead) Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Salmon (Chinook) Chinook Salmon

Boat specs

Willie Boats (Aluminum fishing) originally built in 2005. Powered by a 50HP Yamaha engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 25 knots.

Length
21 ft
Capacity
8 persons

Types of fishing

River Fishing
Lake Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Fly Fishing
Drift Fishing

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Snacks
Light trail mix etc
Drinks
Water Cofee
Fly Fishing Equipment

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 60 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 60 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.

Listing policies

Pickup agreed upon reservation
Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed
Catch and Release Mandatory
Rainbow Trout
Disabled Accessible

Payment

Pay online in full

Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.

No additional fees.
Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% deposit to guarantee your reservation.

The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:

Cash
Visa
Mastercard
American Express
PayPal
Checks
Bank Transfer
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 2.5% charge will apply.

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 26 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (28)
Half day trip with captain William
Half day trip with captain William
Amazing experience
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Angler rating
23
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
91%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
92%
Appropriate for children
86%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
83%
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Sherry M.
Conneaut Lake, PA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Full day with Captain Alex

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip (PM) on August 4, 2023
Our group of 6 caught our limit of salmon in under 2 hours! Great day. First time for river fishing! Captain and crew were...
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Ruben M. B.
Albuquerque, NM
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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July fishing trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on July 20, 2023
Sorry for the slow reply. Our fishing guide was excellent.. He took us to the perfect spot.. Caught out limit.. thanks so much....
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Cheryl W.
Sandy Hook, MS
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
Overall

Half day trip with captain William

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on August 17, 2023
What a wonderful trip!! Trip of a lifetime for me. Check that one off the bucket list!! ✔️🎣Wade fishing In Alaska! ...
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Joseph N.
Anchorage, AK
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Amazing experience

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip (AM) on July 15, 2023
Google wont post my review but to sum it up: William was our guide and my wife and i had a blast. We caught our limit...
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Sherry M.
Conneaut Lake, PA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
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Full day with Alex

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip (PM) on August 4, 2023
Great experience. Limited out in 2 hours for our party of 6 !
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