River Fishing Near Anchorage
River Fishing Near Anchorage
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. During different seasons we meet at multiple locations based on fishing conditions & regulations. From 35 min - 2 hours north of Anchorage.
Departure time is approximate and will change during different fishing seasons and daylight hours.
►►Please keep in mind that the location for the meeting point can change up to the day prior to your fishing trip.
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.
We suggest bringing sunscreen, a camera, a hat, sunglasses, drinks, and food.
Parents and Guardians are Responsible for watching over their children.
For the safety and enjoyment of everyone, please remember that you are responsible for your children during your trip. Guides are here to inform and assist, but they cannot supervise or care for your children. Please ensure they follow the rules. Thank you for helping us make this a safe and pleasant experience for all!
If you cannot find a date here, check out our other listings "Salmon Fishing North Anchorage" or "Best Salmon fishing near Anchorage"
Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (19)
+16Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
64%
Appropriate for children
86%
Friendly captain
93%
Satisfied with the boat
93%
Recommend this charter
74%
Caught fish
59%
Aug 17, 2025
½ day trip @ 10 AM (Shared) 5 hrs
Awesome captain for family with kids
I took my six year old son on the knik river salmon fishing and we had a great time. Not only we caught a fish, we had a good time on the boat chatting with the captain, playing with the first mate(captain’s dog Stormy) and spotting wild animals- we saw a bald eagle up close at a fishing spot for quite some time. Jeremy was so great with my son and he even let my son help him with the anchoring and drive the boat on our way back. He is kind and patient all the time. I would highly recommend him to anyone who’d like to try salmon fishing in this area.
I took my six year old son on the knik river salmon fishing and we had a great time. Not only we caught a fish, we had a good...
Captain replied
Jun 15, 2025
Trip for Kevin
Great trip, great experience.
Great experience. I initially booked the wrong date by accident. They worked with me and got everything set up with no extra cost. Our captain, Doug, was very helpful. He gave great instructions when we hooked up to make sure we could land our fish. One of our group had only fished once in her life and netted a nice King Salmon. Catching a fish is never guaranteed but we all put a big one in the boat. Great company and a great captain. Will definitely go out again when we return next year.
Great experience. I initially booked the wrong date by accident. They worked with me and got everything set up with no extra...
Captain replied
Jun 12, 2025
½ Day Trip @ 430 AM (Shared) 5 hrs
Great boat and captain/no fish
It seems that catching King Salmon is a lot more difficult than many visitors believe. Alaska has limited fishing to specific areas of each river they allow people to fish. Great area with beautiful views to make an unsuccessful fishing trip enjoyable
It seems that catching King Salmon is a lot more difficult than many visitors believe. Alaska has limited fishing to specific...
Captain replied
Jul 27, 2025
½ day trip @ 10 AM (Shared) 5 hrs
Amazing time
Fun, kind, knowledgeable captain, and a great boat and fishing equipment. We had so much fun! Half of the family caught fish, but half just enjoying the fishing experience. It was wonderful weather.
Fun, kind, knowledgeable captain, and a great boat and fishing equipment. We had so much fun! Half of the family caught fish,...
Captain replied
Jul 26, 2025
Trip for Elizabeth
Great Fishing Charter!
We had a great time on our trip and our group of three caught a total of 5 silver salmon! The captain was very nice and knowledgeable providing an overall great fishing experience!
We had a great time on our trip and our group of three caught a total of 5 silver salmon! The captain was very nice and knowledgeable...
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Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (19)
+16Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
64%
Appropriate for children
86%
Friendly captain
93%
Satisfied with the boat
93%
Recommend this charter
74%
Caught fish
59%
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Awesome captain for family with kids
½ day trip @ 10 AM (Shared) 5 hrs on August 17, 2025
I took my six year old son on the knik river salmon fishing and we had a great time. Not only we caught a fish, we had a good time on the boat chatting with the captain, playing with the first mate(captain’s dog Stormy) and spotting wild animals- we saw a bald eagle up close at a fishing spot for quite some time. Jeremy was so great with my son and he even let my son help him with the anchoring and drive the boat on our way back. He is kind and patient all the time. I would highly recommend him to anyone who’d like to try salmon fishing in this area.
I took my six year old son on the knik river salmon fishing and we had a great time. Not only we caught a fish, we had a good time on the boat chatting with the captain, playing with the first mate(captain’s dog Stormy) and spotting wild animals- we saw a bald eagle up close at a fishing spot for quite some time. Jeremy was so great with my son and he even let my son help him with the anchoring and drive the boat on our way back. He is kind and patient all the time. I would highly recommend...
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Great trip, great experience.
Trip for Kevin on June 15, 2025
Great experience. I initially booked the wrong date by accident. They worked with me and got everything set up with no extra cost. Our captain, Doug, was very helpful. He gave great instructions when we hooked up to make sure we could land our fish. One of our group had only fished once in her life and netted a nice King Salmon. Catching a fish is never guaranteed but we all put a big one in the boat. Great company and a great captain. Will definitely go out again when we return next year.
Great experience. I initially booked the wrong date by accident. They worked with me and got everything set up with no extra cost. Our captain, Doug, was very helpful. He gave great instructions when we hooked up to make sure we could land our fish. One of our group had only fished once in her life and netted a nice King Salmon. Catching a fish is never guaranteed but we all put a big one in the boat. Great company and a great captain. Will definitely go out again when we return next...
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Great boat and captain/no fish
½ Day Trip @ 430 AM (Shared) 5 hrs on June 12, 2025
It seems that catching King Salmon is a lot more difficult than many visitors believe. Alaska has limited fishing to specific areas of each river they allow people to fish. Great area with beautiful views to make an unsuccessful fishing trip enjoyable
It seems that catching King Salmon is a lot more difficult than many visitors believe. Alaska has limited fishing to specific areas of each river they allow people to fish. Great area with beautiful views to make an unsuccessful fishing trip enjoyable
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Amazing time
½ day trip @ 10 AM (Shared) 5 hrs on July 27, 2025
Fun, kind, knowledgeable captain, and a great boat and fishing equipment. We had so much fun! Half of the family caught fish, but half just enjoying the fishing experience. It was wonderful weather.
Fun, kind, knowledgeable captain, and a great boat and fishing equipment. We had so much fun! Half of the family caught fish, but half just enjoying the fishing experience. It was wonderful weather.
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Great Fishing Charter!
Trip for Elizabeth on July 26, 2025
We had a great time on our trip and our group of three caught a total of 5 silver salmon! The captain was very nice and knowledgeable providing an overall great fishing experience!
We had a great time on our trip and our group of three caught a total of 5 silver salmon! The captain was very nice and knowledgeable providing an overall great fishing experience!
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