River Fishing Near Anchorage 

4.3/5 (19 reviews)
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 Knik River Access, Palmer, AK 99645, United States
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Our Charter service has been voted "Best Fishing Charter Service" for 24 years. Featured on ESPN, we contribute to the local fishing derbies, and we are a big supporter of the veterans and all emergency & first responders.

In early May we start fishing the Knik River for King Salmon. The Knik River is the only river in Alaska’s Matanuska Valley that allows the use of Salmon eggs for bait during King Salmon season. If the Alaska Dept. of Fish & Game allows retention, Beginning in late June we start fishing for King Salmon on the Little Susitna River
During different seasons we meet at multiple locations based on fishing conditions & regulations. From 35 min - 2 hours north of Anchorage.
Location can change up to the day prior to your fishing trip.

Starting in mid July, as the king season starts to slow down, we start catching Sockeye Salmon, Silver Salmon, and Chum Salmon. Also, our guests often see Alaska Moose, Bald Eagles, Beavers, Otter and an occasional bear meandering by. Towards the end of August, we expect to do mostly catch n release from then on.

Families making a day of it will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard!  You'll be fishing aboard a 24' Sea Ark Aluminum fishing skiff with space for 6 passengers. No need to bring any equipment. Each fishing charter comes fully equipped with everything you need. So the only thing you’ll have to bring is your fishing license (a King Salmon stamp is also needed when fishing through mid-July), food & drink. Also, filleting your fish is included and your guide will put it in bags for you to take home or to a processor for packaging and shipping. 
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We suggest bringing sunscreen, a camera, a hat, sunglasses, drinks, and food.

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Charter Operator

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39 years of experience
 ID & credentials verified
 responds within an hour

Highlights

 You Keep Catch
 Catch cleaning & filleting
 Child Friendly
 Ice Box
 Rods, reels & tackle

Plan your trip

Trip Date:
Days:
Group Size:
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½ Day Trip @ 430 AM (Shared) 5 hrs
Low rate deposit non-refundable
5 Hour Trip, starts at 4:30 AM
Seasonal trip May 19 - Sep 10
Price for 2 people
US $300 
½ day trip @ 10 AM (Shared) 5 hrs

 In demand! Last booked: 3 days ago

Low rate deposit non-refundable
5 Hour Trip, starts at 10:00 AM
Seasonal trip May 19 - Sep 10
Price for 2 people
US $300 
Private ½ Day Trip @ 430 AM 5 hrs
Low rate deposit non-refundable
5 Hour Trip, starts at 4:30 AM
Seasonal trip May 19 - Sep 10
Price for up to 6 people
US $825 
Private ½ Day Trip @ 10 AM 5 hrs
Low rate deposit non-refundable
5 Hour Trip, starts at 10:00 AM
Seasonal trip May 19 - Sep 10
Price for up to 6 people
US $825 
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FAQs about River Fishing Near Anchorage

What are the trip rates for River Fishing Near Anchorage?

River Fishing Near Anchorage offers the following trips to customers:

  • US $150 per person - ½ day trip @ 10 AM (Shared) 5 hrs (5 hours)
  • US $150 per person - ½ Day Trip @ 430 AM (Shared) 5 hrs (5 hours)
  • US $825 per group - Private ½ Day Trip @ 10 AM 5 hrs (5 hours)
  • US $825 per group - Private ½ Day Trip @ 430 AM 5 hrs (5 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with River Fishing Near Anchorage?

When you book a trip with River Fishing Near Anchorage, you can expect the following amenities onboard:

  • Fishfinder
  • Ice Box
What's included in the trip price with River Fishing Near Anchorage?

Trips booked with River Fishing Near Anchorage include:

  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures (salmon roe is included)
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Fly Fishing Equipment
What types of fishing does River Fishing Near Anchorage offer?

River Fishing Near Anchorage offers the following type of fishing:

  • River Fishing
What fishing techniques does River Fishing Near Anchorage offer?

River Fishing Near Anchorage offers the following fishing techniques:

  • Light Tackle
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Fly Fishing
Which fish species can I catch with River Fishing Near Anchorage?

Top targeted fish species with River Fishing Near Anchorage include:

  • Salmon (Chinook)
  • Salmon (Coho)
  • Salmon (Sockeye)

Meet your operator

Fisherman's Choice Charters

Palmer, Alaska, United States

121 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
103 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since June 2024

Started in the fishing business back in 1986, came to Alaska in 2004 and became a co-owner of a fishing business that was established in 1989. In 2014, Captain Ray acquired the business and has been running it successfully since.

Our Team
Ray B.

Ray B.

Captain

Doug L.

Doug L.

Captain

Terri S.

Terri S.

Business associate

Dee Dee B.

Dee Dee B.

First mate

Roger & Ziggy S.

Roger & Ziggy S.

First mate

Tony B.

Tony B.

First mate

Jeremy P.

Jeremy P.

Captain

Fish you can target

Chinook Salmon
Chinook Salmon
Coho Salmon
Coho Salmon
Sockeye Salmon
Sockeye Salmon

Your boat

Boat Image
Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
24 ft
Year built
2012
Boat manufacturer
SeaArk
Boat type
Aluminum fishing

Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
2 x 140HP
Max cruising speed
30 knots

Where you can fish

River Fishing

How you can fish

Light Tackle

Trolling

Spinning

Fly Fishing

What's on board

Fishfinder

Ice Box

Included in the price

Rods, reels & tackle

Lures

salmon roe is included

Catch cleaning & filleting

Fly Fishing Equipment

How cancellations work

Deposit non-refundable

If it is unsafe to travel, you may still cancel free of charge or change the date(s) of your booking.

Listing policies

Pickup not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child Friendly

Children, 12 and under, must wear a life jacket

You Keep Catch

There is no guarantee of harvest

Disabled Accessible

How to 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

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