Alaska's spectacular landscape, diverse wilderness and waters teeming with fish offer a great environment for a father-son trip. There are many options when it comes to fishing--inshore or offshore; fly fishing or line fishing. A father and son can enjoy their catch for dinner each night.
Lodges
A father-son pair interested in fly fishing might consider staying at a lakeside lodge, like Wolverine Lake Chalet & Cabins, where they can walk out their front door and enjoy a day of trout, char, pike and salmon fishing. You may not have to hire a guide, but an experienced local will know where to fish.
Wilderness Trips
A wilderness trip can be a great bonding experience for a father and son. These are guided fishing trips that last a few days. Many of these guided trips are small and a father and son can take the trip by themselves if they want. Try the trip from Wilderness Place Lodge on Lake Creek or Alaska River Adventures on the Alagnak River.
Saltwater Fishing Charters
A sport fishing charter on Alaska's coast is another great option for a father-son fishing trip. A father and son staying at a lodge might take a day charter to saltwater fish. These sport fish are larger and more difficult to catch, and the help of a guide is important. Try Cracker Jack Charters in Seward, Alaska.
What You'll Catch
If you decide to go on a freshwater fishing trip, depending on what river you decide to float and when you embark on your trip, you will catch a variety of species with help from your guide, including silver salmon, lake trout, dollies and rainbow trout. When it comes to saltwater fishing, Alaska is known for its salmon and halibut.
Alaska Licenses and Regulations
Fishing regulations vary regionally, but statewide regulations include the unlawful sale of sport fish and possession of live fish eggs. Molesting and wasting of fish is forbidden, as well as explosives and toxicants used to take fish. In freshwater sport fishing, a person cannot use weighted hooks, spears or arrows, unless it is permitted in the area. See the state website for specific regional regulations. Anyone over the age of 16 is required to have an Alaska fishing license.
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