Kanektok River

Alaska West in July: Either Lucky You or Someone Else’s Mistake
Alaska West in July is usually the kind of place you hear about… right after it’s already fully booked. Which is why this is interesting. A handful of prime July...

Bangin’ the Banks on the Kanektok: 6 Tips for Better Fly Fishing From A Boat
At Alaska West Lodge, we spend a lot of time drifting down the Kanektok River in a boat. It's a beautiful experience, the scenery is world-class, the Rainbows are amazing,...

Spots Are Going Fast at Alaska West Lodge, And No, That’s Not Just a Sales Line
There are places in this world where you go to relax. Sip hot coffee, stare at the horizon, maybe read a book. Alaska West Lodge on the Kanektok River is...

5 Good Tips When Mousing For Hungry Rainbow Trout
One of the most exhilarating and unique ways to fly fish for Leopard Rainbow Trout in Western Alaska is by 'mousing' for them. Small voles, and other rodents often find...

Angler’s Neverland: Alaska West Lodge Opening Week 2025!
July 6, 2025 isn’t just a date on the calendar; it’s the gateway to one of the most dynamic fisheries on the planet. If you’re searching for a place that...

3 Simple Tips For Better King Salmon Fishing With A Spey Rod
Kanektok River King Salmon King salmon are the the heavyweight champions of North American rivers. But landing one on a Spey rod? That’s a different game entirely kind of fight....

4 Reasons You Should Come Experience the Kanektok River
Reason 1: Alaska’s Fish Factory in Full Production “On a good July day, you can catch all five Pacific salmon species before lunch.” That’s how one Alaska West Lodge returning...

Christmas in July: The Fish Are Calling, And Alaska West Lodge Is Answering With An Irresistible Offer
Can you imagine...You're standing in the Kanektok River, your line taut with the weight of a massive King Salmon. The midnight sun glistens on the water as you reel in...