Best King Salmon Fishing Near Anchorage, AK!
+5Voted "Best of Alaska's" best Fishing Charter 3 years in a row, we know how to show guests an awesome time! From 4 hour trips to week long vacations, Alaska Outdoors Addiction specializes in catering to each and every guest! Whether local or the other side of the globe, our lifetime experience being born, raised, and year round residents of Alaska give us an edge no one else has!
Bring the whole family for a half day adventure on the Knik River. Here you will travel a short distance via jet boat to the base of Pioneer and Twin Peaks before setting up and trying for that elusive king salmon. From newborns to great grandparents, everyone is welcome to enjoy a peaceful time on the water!
Being one of the last places along the road system to catch and and keep an Alaska king salmon, the Knik River offers a great opportunity for guests to target kings only 30 minutes from Alaska's largest city! Using cured salmon eggs, herring, or lures coated in secret gel, we will do whatever it takes to entice a king salmon to bite your line! Our main technique is trolling while on anchor. Your expert guide will position the boat above a fish holding spot and drop the anchor. From there you will let out your line to the perfect distance and place your rod in the rod holder waiting for the tell tale takedown of a fresh from the ocean king salmon! If that doesn't work, we will float salmon eggs under a bobber, back bounce, or any number of secret methods to try and get you hooked up!
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+30Angler rating
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Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
95%
Caught fish
94%
The captain canceled
Trip was supposed to happen on June 19, 2025
The charter operator canceled on trip date. This is an automated posting.
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Father-Son-Grandson Fishing
Early Bird Catches the Salmon (4AM) on June 3, 2025
We love to fish and never get the time BUT on vacation in Alaska, we made the time (unfortunately my grandson didn't-too early for a 6 year old). We are glad the caption recommended the 4am start as we caught the max allowed by our license and it was COLD out. We could never get this size of fish where we live and Captain Brian was helpful and did a fantastic job including cleaning the fish. Could not ask for a better adventure.
We love to fish and never get the time BUT on vacation in Alaska, we made the time (unfortunately my grandson didn't-too early for a 6 year old). We are glad the caption recommended the 4am start as we caught the max allowed by our license and it was COLD out. We could never get this size of fish where we live and Captain Brian was helpful and did a fantastic job including cleaning the fish. Could not ask for a better adventure.
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Fun day while limiting out
After Breakfast Roundup (9AM) on June 23, 2025
I went with two others. I didn't know. We had a blast and Brian was a very informative guide. He knew where to go and we limited out within 2 hours. Highly recommended and very knowledgeable on other topics related to hunting and fishing.
I went with two others. I didn't know. We had a blast and Brian was a very informative guide. He knew where to go and we limited out within 2 hours. Highly recommended and very knowledgeable on other topics related to hunting and fishing.
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Great day with Brian!
Before Dinner Appetizer (2PM) on June 11, 2025
We want to thank Brian for his hard work in getting us on fish. Brian made the day perfect with his amazing effort, great personality and knowledge of the river. Feels like we made a friend. Highly recommend going with Brian.
We want to thank Brian for his hard work in getting us on fish. Brian made the day perfect with his amazing effort, great personality and knowledge of the river. Feels like we made a friend. Highly recommend going with Brian.
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Worth it even for just the boat ride and scenery!
After Breakfast Roundup (9AM) on June 9, 2025
Brian was a great captain and did his best to get us a salmon, but we just weren't lucky in the end. However, we enjoyed hearing about his adventures and the ride down the river with the mountains in the backdrop was gorgeous! We even saw a couple of bald eagles. Brian went above and beyond with his service. We highly recommend this charter!
Brian was a great captain and did his best to get us a salmon, but we just weren't lucky in the end. However, we enjoyed hearing about his adventures and the ride down the river with the mountains in the backdrop was gorgeous! We even saw a couple of bald eagles. Brian went above and beyond with his service. We highly recommend this charter!
FAQs about Best King Salmon Fishing Near Anchorage, AK!
What are the trip rates for Best King Salmon Fishing Near Anchorage, AK!?
Best King Salmon Fishing Near Anchorage, AK! offers the following trips to customers:
- US $200 per person - After Breakfast Roundup (9AM) (4 hours)
- US $200 per person - Before Dinner Appetizer (2PM) (4 hours)
- US $200 per person - Early Bird Catches the Salmon (4AM) (4 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Best King Salmon Fishing Near Anchorage, AK!?
When you book a trip with Best King Salmon Fishing Near Anchorage, AK!, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
- GPS
- Fishfinder
What's included in the trip price with Best King Salmon Fishing Near Anchorage, AK!?
Trips booked with Best King Salmon Fishing Near Anchorage, AK! include:
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting (Yes)
- Snacks (No food or drinks provided)
What types of fishing does Best King Salmon Fishing Near Anchorage, AK! offer?
Best King Salmon Fishing Near Anchorage, AK! offers the following type of fishing:
- River Fishing (Knik River)
What fishing techniques does Best King Salmon Fishing Near Anchorage, AK! offer?
Best King Salmon Fishing Near Anchorage, AK! offers the following fishing techniques:
- Light Tackle
- Heavy Tackle
- Trolling
- Spinning
- Jigging
- Drift Fishing
Which fish species can I catch with Best King Salmon Fishing Near Anchorage, AK!?
Top targeted fish species with Best King Salmon Fishing Near Anchorage, AK! include:
- Salmon (Chinook)
Meet your operator
Palmer, Alaska, United States
The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.
Born, raised, and year-round residents of Anchorage, Alaska, we grew up on the water fishing with our dad. As soon as I started running the boat at age 4, I knew I wanted to share the beauty of the Alaskan wilderness with folks from around the world.
Brian M.
Captain
Brett V.
Captain
McKinley S.
First mate
Fish you can target
Your boat
Where you can fish
River Fishing
Knik River
How you can fish
Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Drift Fishing
What's on board
GPS
Fishfinder
Included in the price
Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Yes
Snacks
No food or drinks provided
How cancellations work
Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 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 not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed
Disabled Accessible
Can lift into boat then move around in wheelchair
How to pay
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No additional fees.
Book with 30% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 30% 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:
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When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 4% charge will apply.