Lost Boys Salmon & Trout Fishing 

4.9/5 (38 reviews)
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 Sterling Highway 18787, Cooper Landing, AK 99572, United States

Lost Boys Salmon & Trout Fishing 

Cooper Landing, AK, United States
20 ft
5
4.9/5 (38 reviews)

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There is a fish with your name on it between Cooper Landing and Kenai, and whether you are chasing hard-fighting salmon or landing your personal best trout, we are ready to chase it with you. With over a decade exploring, rowing, and running the wild waters of the Kenai Peninsula, Lost Boys Fishing is built for adventure and ready to put you on the fish.

Trip Highlights and Details:

Target Species: Salmon and Trout (Rainbow Trout, Dolly Varden, Steelhead)

Start Location: Determined by the time of the year and target species.

Salmon Fishing -
June 20 - July 10: Kasilof River
July 10 - Aug 15: Sterling/ Soldotna
Trout Fishing -
June 11 - Sept 30: Cooper Landing/ Sterling/ Soldotna

Boat Options: Drift boats and power boats depending on conditions

Capacity:
- Salmon trips: up to 5 passengers
- Trout trips: up to 4 passengers
- Serious anglers: 2–3 per boat for maximum opportunity

Private & Shared Boats: Choose a tailored private experience or a fun group adventure

Family-Friendly: Kids welcome, must have properly sized life vest

All Gear Provided: Premium fly rods, reels, flies, and tackle

Fishing License: Required for all anglers, easy to purchase online or with guidance from us

What to Bring: Sunglasses, sunscreen, bottled water, rain gear

Optional Drinks: Alcohol allowed if not in glass and consumed responsibly

Lost Boys Fishing combines over ten years of experience on the Kenai Peninsula with a passion for adventure, ensuring every trip is exciting and rewarding. Our guides know the rivers and waters like the back of their hand, adjusting start locations to chase the hottest bites based on the season or your favorite stretches. Whether sliding through calm bends or navigating fast-moving water, we provide an expert, family-friendly experience with the chance to land your personal best.

Have questions or want to plan your Kenai adventure? Send us a message anytime. We are here to help you gear up, head out, and chase the fish you will

There is a fish with your name on it between Cooper Landing and Kenai, and whether you are chasing hard-fighting salmon or landing your personal best trout, we are ready to chase it with you. With over a decade exploring, rowing, and running the wild waters of the Kenai Peninsula, Lost Boys Fishing is built for adventure and ready to put you on the fish.

Trip Highlights and Details:

Target Species: Salmon and Trout (Rainbow Trout, Dolly Varden, Steelhead)

Start Location: Determined by the time of the year and target species.

Salmon Fishing -
June 20 - July 10: Kasilof River
July 10 - Aug 15: Sterling/ Soldotna
Trout Fishing -
June 11 - Sept 30: Cooper Landing/ Sterling/ Soldotna

Boat Options: Drift boats and power boats depending on conditions

Capacity:
- Salmon trips: up to 5 passengers
- Trout trips: up to 4 passengers
- Serious anglers: 2–3 per boat for maximum opportunity

Private & Shared Boats: Choose a tailored private experience or a fun group adventure

Family-Friendly: Kids welcome, must have properly sized life vest

All Gear Provided: Premium fly rods, reels, flies, and tackle

Fishing License: Required for all anglers, easy to purchase online or with guidance from us

What to Bring: Sunglasses, sunscreen, bottled water, rain gear

Optional Drinks: Alcohol allowed if not in glass and consumed responsibly

Lost Boys Fishing combines over ten years of experience on the Kenai Peninsula with a passion for adventure, ensuring every trip is exciting and rewarding. Our guides know the rivers and waters like the back of their hand, adjusting start locations to chase the hottest bites based on the season or your favorite stretches. Whether sliding through calm bends or navigating fast-moving water, we provide an expert, family-friendly experience with the chance to land your personal best.

Have questions or want to plan your Kenai adventure? Send us a message anytime. We are here to help you gear up, head out, and chase the fish you will

Lost Boys Fishing
Charter Operator
Lost Boys Fishing
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Trip availability and prices

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Group Size
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Salmon Fishing 1/2 Day
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (5:30 AM, 10:00 AM)
Seasonal trip
Jul 15 - Aug 15
Salmon
Salmon (Sockeye)
US $500
Shared tour: 2 people
Salmon Fishing 3/4 Day (Popular)
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 5:30 AM
Seasonal trip
Jun 20 - Aug 10
Salmon
Salmon (Sockeye)
US $600
Shared tour: 2 people
Salmon Fishing Full Day
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jun 20 - Sep 30
Salmon
Salmon (Coho)
Salmon (Sockeye)
US $700
Shared tour: 2 people
Trout Fishing Half Day
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (6:00 AM, 10:30 AM, 12:30 PM, 2:30 PM)
Seasonal trip
Jun 11 - Oct 15
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Dolly Varden
US $750
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Trout Fishing 3/4 Day
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jun 11 - Oct 15
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Dolly Varden
US $900
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Trout Fishing Full Day (Popular)
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jun 11 - Oct 15
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Dolly Varden
US $1,050
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Trout & Salmon Fishing Full Day
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 6:30 AM
Seasonal trip
Jul 10 - Oct 15
Salmon
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Dolly Varden
Salmon (Coho)
+2
US $1,050
Entire boat: up to 3 people
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Customer reviews

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Rating

4.9
38 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (39)

What anglers say

95%
Recommended
97%
Caught fish

All reviews (38)

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Paul Myers
Paul Myers
Repeat angler
us
Lake City, FL, US
Member since 2026
2 trips
5.0
Verified
New
Tough conditions, great experience!
Salmon Fishing 1/2 Day - 10:00 AM on July 19, 20264 adults

Chris guided us to great action under tough conditions. caught trout, pink and Sockeye salmon. He was a patient and effective teacher to us newbie salmon anglers. Drew was a good communicator and provided timely responses. Would highly recommend Lost Boys!

Robert Tunkel
Robert Tunkel
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Florida, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Best charter I ever had
Trout Fishing Half Day - 2:30 PM on July 15, 20262 adults

Jason was the perfect fit for us. One of us was a first time fly fisher. He helped her overcome her inexperience. She caught two beautiful Dolly Vardens. I caught 18 big rainbows and Dolly Vargen

Annalise Gosnell
Annalise Gosnell
Repeat angler
us
Texas, US
Member since 2025
2 trips
5.0
Verified
New
Lost Boys Never Disappoints
Salmon Fishing Full Day on June 27, 20263 adults

This was our second year choosing Lost Boys Fishing & with good reason! Drew & Molly are not only amazing people but made the whole experience memorable! We will continue to chose them for all future Fishing Trips!!

Reported catch:
Sockeye Salmon
Fred Sharpe
Fred Sharpe
us
Texas, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Excellent time
Salmon Fishing 3/4 Day (Popular) on July 24, 20262 adults

Guide was great and got us on salmon. Not a strong run at the moment, but caught 3 very nice fish. Drew the guide was very knowledgeable and worked hard to get to the fish.

Stephane Zohar
Stephane Zohar
Repeat angler
il
Israel
Member since 2023
2 trips
5.0
Verified
New
Amazing adventure for father and son!
Trout Fishing Full Day (Popular) on July 6, 20262 adults

Cought some big fishes. The capten was friendly and kind. ABSULOTLY LOVE IT.

FAQs about Lost Boys Salmon & Trout Fishing

Lost Boys Salmon & Trout Fishing offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $250 per person - Salmon Fishing 1/2 Day (4 hours)
  • US $250 per person - Salmon Fishing 1/2 Day - 10:00 AM (4 hours)
  • US $300 per person - Salmon Fishing 3/4 Day (Popular) (6 hours)
  • US $350 per person - Salmon Fishing Full Day (8 hours)
  • US $750 per group, additional US $250 per person after 3 guests - Trout Fishing Half Day (4 hours)
  • US $750 per group, additional US $250 per person after 3 guests - Trout Fishing Half Day - 10:30 AM (4 hours)
  • US $750 per group, additional US $250 per person after 3 guests - Trout Fishing Half Day - 12:30 PM (4 hours)
  • US $750 per group, additional US $250 per person after 3 guests - Trout Fishing Half Day - 2:30 PM (4 hours)
  • US $900 per group, additional US $300 per person after 3 guests - Trout Fishing 3/4 Day (6 hours)
  • US $1,050 per group, additional US $350 per person after 3 guests - Trout & Salmon Fishing Full Day (8 hours)
  • US $1,050 per group, additional US $350 per person after 3 guests - Trout Fishing Full Day (Popular) (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Lost Boys Salmon & Trout Fishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Lost Boys Salmon & Trout Fishing include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • Fly fishing equipment
Lost Boys Salmon & Trout Fishing offers the following type of fishing:
  • River fishing (Join us on Alaskas Kenai Peninsula!)
Lost Boys Salmon & Trout Fishing offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Fly fishing
  • Drift fishing
Top targeted fish species with Lost Boys Salmon & Trout Fishing include:
  • Dolly Varden
  • Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
  • Salmon
  • Salmon (Chinook)
  • Salmon (Coho)
  • Salmon (Pink)
  • Salmon (Sockeye)

Your operator

Lost Boys Fishing
Lost Boys Fishing
Lost Boys Fishing

Cooper Landing, Alaska, United States

3 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
53 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since February 2023

Guide and Owner Drew is a born and raised Alaskan who grew up spending summers on the Kenai River fishing for Salmon and Trout alike. Taking a passion and putting it to work, Drew started guiding on the Kenai at 18 out of Cooper Landing. In addition to fishing, Drew is an avid skier. Coaching the Alyeska Freeride Team during the winter, he gets to share his passion for skiing with the youth of Alaska in Girdwood.

Our Team
Chris K.

Chris K.

Captain

Drew P.

Drew P.

Captain

3 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
53 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since February 2023

Guide and Owner Drew is a born and raised Alaskan who grew up spending summers on the Kenai River fishing for Salmon and Trout alike. Taking a passion and putting it to work, Drew started guiding on the Kenai at 18 out of Cooper Landing. In addition to fishing, Drew is an avid skier. Coaching the Alyeska Freeride Team during the winter, he gets to share his passion for skiing with the youth of Alaska in Girdwood.

Our Team
Chris K.

Chris K.

Captain

Drew P.

Drew P.

Captain

The fish you can target

Dolly Varden
Dolly Varden
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Salmon
Salmon
Chinook Salmon
Chinook Salmon
Coho Salmon
Coho Salmon
Pink Salmon
Pink Salmon
Sockeye Salmon
Sockeye Salmon
Dolly Varden
Dolly Varden
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Salmon
Salmon
Chinook Salmon
Chinook Salmon
Coho Salmon
Coho Salmon

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
5 persons
Boat length
20 ft
Year built
2012
Boat manufacturer
Willie
Boat type
Aluminum fishing
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 50HP
Max cruising speed
25 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

River Fishing
Join us on Alaskas Kenai Peninsula!

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Fly Fishing
Drift Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Ice box

What's included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Fly fishing equipment

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 30 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 30 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.

More details

What the listing policies are

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
We love getting kids hooked on fishing! Kids of all ages are welcome.
Catch and release allowed
Catch and release mandatory
Rainbow Trout and Dolly Varden are catch & release

How you can pay

Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% 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

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Cooper Landing right now

Dolly VardenDolly Varden
Salmon (Chinook)Salmon (Chinook)
Salmon (Coho)Salmon (Coho)
Salmon (Pink)Salmon (Pink)
Salmon (Sockeye)Salmon (Sockeye)

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