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- Alaska Fishing Trip
- Alaska Fly Fishing Trip
- Alaska Salmon Fishing Trip
- Alaska Halibut Fishing Trip

Alaska Fishing Trips

The largest state by area in the United States, Alaska has nearly 34,000 miles of tidal shoreline and about 3.5 million lakes each about 20 acres or larger. There are many reasons that Alaska fishing trips are so popular one is that It is said that the salmon in the Alaskan lakes are so thick that one can almost walk across their backs.

Another is that the halibut found in the Alaskan waters are so big that they are called 'barn doors'. The bottom fish here are so plentiful that fishermen 'catch' these fish. The amazing thing is that in spite of the scores of enthusiasts who flock to this part of the world, Alaska's fishing bounty is so rich that it continues to feed the hunger of the rest of the world.

The Alaskan fishing Mecca is so fabled that every fisherman dreams of the day he or she can make a pilgrimage to this part of the world. It's easy, affordable, and accessible. This is the place where you can easily think of King salmon and huge halibuts. The fish that you catch here would be considered trophies in other parts of the world. This is where sport fishermen come to get their adrenalin rushing. It's pure line-burning action and heart-pounding excitement. Fishing in Alaska is truly a cut above the rest. After all, salmon are at their very best form in these freezing waters. It is not uncommon to find a sparkling school of feisty, chrome colored salmon emerging right from under your boat and chasing your bait. One or the other type of salmon is found aplenty in the summer months from May to September. Halibut is found throughout the year. An Alaskan fishing trip cannot be realized without a license. You can obtain this from the Alaska Dept of Fish & Game website. Licenses may also be available with local tour operators, taxi drivers or guides. King salmon stamps are required if you plan to fish for king salmons.

Fishing for sport is fun in Alaska because the fish here are very hardy and fighters to the last. To catch prize fish, you will need an experienced guide and a good boat that has all the necessary equipment. Many fishing tour operators and companies offer excellent packages for fishing all the year round. Even without the services of a guide, your chances of landing some good fish are enormous if you are on an Alaskan fishing trip. Here are some places that you can check out:
  1.  Ship Creek: This is the only one king salmon fishery of its kind.
  2. Seward: Picturesque town with a bustling harbor offers one of the best spots for Halibut fishing. On the way, you may get to see sea otters, sea lions, porpoises, humpbacks and ducks.
  3. Campbell Creek: This creek is easily accessible and is full of rainbow trout. The forest around this place ensures complete solitude. The water is so full of fish that you can fish by wading into the knee-deep shoreline trails.
  4. Anchorage Lakes: These are a dozen or more well stocked lakes that are brimming with trout, salmon and char.

Halibut are tasty fish that can weigh anywhere between 20 and 400+ lbs. They pose a huge challenge to the sport fishermen and you will need a heavy-duty reel to bring these in. While you may not catch the beauties, you will find lots of 'chicken' fish in the range of 20-80 pounds. Charters leave everyday. You will need to take a boat to the inside of the ocean to nab one of these behemoths. Once they bite, they are willing to put up a real wrestling match. King salmons are the largest salmon around and they can weigh up to 90 lbs. Red salmon, pink salmon, chum salmon and silver salmon are other kinds of salmon available. An Alaskan fishing trip can really be the dream trip of your life offering both excitement as well as trophies. 

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