Gwins Lodge Alaska 

4.9
(3 reviews)
 Sterling Highway 14865, Cooper Landing, AK 99572, United States

Gwins Lodge Alaska 

Cooper Landing, AK, United States
20 ft
4
4.9
(3 reviews)

There's a fish with your name on it in Cooper Landing, and Gwins Lodge Alaska will help you catch it!

Depending on the time of year, you might hook into Dolly Varden, Halibut, Rockfish, Rainbow Trout (Steelhead), Lingcod, Salmon, Coho Salmon, Sockeye Salmon, and anything else that bites. For these species, you're likely to spin using heavy tackle. Your captain also offers fly fishing.

Young ones are welcome, so the whole family can come and unplug for the day! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board. Customers are encouraged to bring snacks so that nobody gets cranky on an empty stomach!

Your guide will bring you aboard a 20' Willie drift boat with space for 4 passengers. It has all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. Rods, reels, and tackle are ready for you, as well as lures.

Before coming aboard, you'll need to buy a local fishing license for everyone in your group. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain. Some species might be protected or require a tag to keep them, so make sure you know what to expect.

Don't leave home without sunblock (non-spray), bottled water, and sunglasses. If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just be sure to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Get in touch with me below and start planning your trip today!

There's a fish with your name on it in Cooper Landing, and Gwins Lodge Alaska will help you catch it!

Depending on the time of year, you might hook into Dolly Varden, Halibut, Rockfish, Rainbow Trout (Steelhead), Lingcod, Salmon, Coho Salmon, Sockeye Salmon, and anything else that bites. For these species, you're likely to spin using heavy tackle. Your captain also offers fly fishing.

Young ones are welcome, so the whole family can come and unplug for the day! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board. Customers are encouraged to bring snacks so that nobody gets cranky on an empty stomach!

Your guide will bring you aboard a 20' Willie drift boat with space for 4 passengers. It has all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. Rods, reels, and tackle are ready for you, as well as lures.

Before coming aboard, you'll need to buy a local fishing license for everyone in your group. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain. Some species might be protected or require a tag to keep them, so make sure you know what to expect.

Don't leave home without sunblock (non-spray), bottled water, and sunglasses. If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just be sure to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Get in touch with me below and start planning your trip today!

Gwins Lodge Alaska
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Gwins Lodge Alaska
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Trip availability and prices

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8 Hour Trip – Salmon Fishing
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jun 11 - Sep 30
Salmon
Salmon (Coho)
Salmon (Sockeye)
US $700
Shared tour: 2 people
8 Hour Trip – Trout Fishing
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jun 11 - Sep 30
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Dolly Varden
US $700
Shared tour: 2 people
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Rating

4.9
3 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.7
Fishing Experience

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Holly Pruessner
Holly Pruessner
us
Kansas, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Amazing!!
8 Hour Trip – Salmon Fishing on July 9, 20262 adults

Chris helped my mom and I land our first salmon despite the tough bite. He was very patient, actively helpful and a genuine dude.If you are looking for a fun trip for trout or are wanting to limit out on some beautiful salmon definitely would recommend.

Reported catch:
Sockeye Salmon
Dally Ridgway
Dally Ridgway
us
Maryland, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
great experience
8 Hour Trip – Salmon Fishing on July 30, 20262 adults

Our fishing guide Chris was super friendly and knowledgeable. He did his very best to find us the brst spotcto catch Salmon. He helped us clean the gosh and process it. He gave us great advice on what to do with our fish.

Reported catch:
Sockeye Salmon
Thomas Brownfield
Thomas Brownfield
Repeat angler
us
Illinois, US
Member since 2026
2 trips
4.7
Verified
Guide made trip memorable
8 Hour Trip – Salmon Fishing on July 9, 20261 adult

Flossed for salmon in a full day trip. Guide well versed in the river and attending to clients on the eqipment and best places for fishing.

Reported catch:
Sockeye Salmon

FAQs about Gwins Lodge Alaska

Gwins Lodge Alaska offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $350 per person - 8 Hour Trip – Salmon Fishing (8 hours)
  • US $350 per person - 8 Hour Trip – Trout Fishing (8 hours)
Trips booked with Gwins Lodge Alaska include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Fly fishing equipment
Gwins Lodge Alaska offers the following types of fishing:
  • River fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
Gwins Lodge Alaska offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Heavy tackle
  • Spinning
  • Fly fishing
Top targeted fish species with Gwins Lodge Alaska include:
  • Dolly Varden
  • Halibut
  • Lingcod
  • Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
  • Rockfish
  • Salmon (Coho)
  • Salmon (Sockeye)

Your operator

Gwins Lodge Alaska
Gwins Lodge Alaska

Cooper Landing, Alaska, United States

ID & license verified
3 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since January 2025

I moved to Cooper Landing 14 years ago and purchased Gwin's Lodge, fishing is very much part of the community, and is one of the main reasons I am even here. The Kenai River is a speacial place, especially this upper river and its origins as it flows out of Kenai Lake. Not only does this place boast some of the largest salmon runs in the world, but is also one of the best opportunities on earth for trophy wild run rainbows. Just sharing that with guests from around the world makes it even better. Come see us at Gwin's Lodge, not only do we offer excellent guided fishing, but can accommodate your stay at Gwin's Lodge. From comfy cabins, amazing food, a beer at the bar with guests and guides just getting off the river, the ultimate Upper Kenai river destination.

Our Team
Chris F.

Chris F.

Captain

Rob B.

Rob B.

Business partner

Gwins Lodge Alaska
Gwins Lodge Alaska
Fully verified
3
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2025
member since
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I moved to Cooper Landing 14 years ago and purchased Gwin's Lodge, fishing is very much part of the community, and is one of the main reasons I am even here. The Kenai River is a speacial place, especially this upper river and its origins as it flows out of Kenai Lake. Not only does this place boast some of the largest salmon runs in the world, but is also one of the best opportunities on earth for trophy wild run rainbows. Just sharing that with guests from around the world makes it even better. Come see us at Gwin's Lodge, not only do we offer excellent guided fishing, but can accommodate your stay at Gwin's Lodge. From comfy cabins, amazing food, a beer at the bar with guests and guides just getting off the river, the ultimate Upper Kenai river destination.
The crew
Chris F.
Chris F.
Captain
Rob B.
Rob B.
Business partner

The fish you can target

Dolly Varden
Dolly Varden
Halibut
Halibut
Lingcod
Lingcod
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Rockfish
Rockfish
Coho Salmon
Coho Salmon
Sockeye Salmon
Sockeye Salmon
Dolly Varden
Dolly Varden
Halibut
Halibut
Lingcod
Lingcod
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Rockfish
Rockfish

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Unpowered boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
20 ft
Year built
2017
Boat manufacturer
Willie Boats
Boat type
Drift boat
Engine model
None
Powered by
1 x 1HP
Max cruising speed
3 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

River Fishing
Nearshore Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Heavy Tackle
Spinning
Fly Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
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
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% 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 (Coho)Salmon (Coho)
Salmon (Sockeye)Salmon (Sockeye)

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