~Is the fishing really 'that' good?~

It is if you consider hundred pound King Salmon something to talk about. Many trophy sized salmon, halibut & trout have been caught in Alaska waters and there's probably one out there waiting for your hook!

Fishing regulation booklets and licenses are available almost anywhere there are stores. Alaskans take their fishing seriously. You'll want to have correct information about licenses, tags and closings so you don't end up in trouble with the Alaska Department of Fish & Game.

Here's a few fishing hot spots. Check back often as more information is added on a regular basis.

Montana Creek: milepost 96.5 on the Parks Highway, camping and RV parking, groceries and gas services during all summer months.
King Salmon (June-July)
Silver Salmon (July-August)
Pink Salmon (July- August)
Chum Salmon (July-August)
Rainbow Trout & grayling (June-Sept)

Willow Creek: milepost 71.4 off the Parks Highway, camping and RV parking, groceries and general supplies are available nearby.
King Salmon (June-July)
Silver Salmon (August)
Pink Salmon (July- August)
Chum Salmon (July-August)
Rainbow Trout & grayling (May-Sept)

Ship Creek: north end of downtown Anchorage, the only urban King Salmon fishery in the world, pay parking available, vendors sell bait and tackle.
King Salmon (June-July)
Silver Salmon (July-Sept)

Bird Creek: approximately 25 miles south of Anchorage on the Seward Highway, some camping available, most parking occurs along the Seward Highway.
Silver Salmon (early July-early Sept)
Pink Salmon

Russian River: 111 road miles south of Anchorage, camping, accommodations and groceries are available in Cooper Landing.
Sockeye or Red Salmon (June-August)
Silver Salmon (July-Sept)
Rainbow Trout (catch and release only)
Dolly Varden

Kasilof River: Milepost 109 of the Sterling Highway, campground and boat launches on the river, lodging, guide services, tackle and groceries available nearby.
King Salmon (June-July)
Silver Salmon (August-Sept)
Red Salmon (July-August), s
Steelhead and Dolly Varden.

Anchor River: milepost 156.9 of the Sterling Highway, campground, RV facilities, gas, groceries and tackle available in the area.
King Salmon (June-July)
Silver Salmon (August)
Pink Salmon (July-August)
Dolly Varden, rainbow trout and steelhead

Check out the Alaska Department of Fish & Game FAQ list for the most commonly asked questions about rules and regulations. Or you can call toll free to 877-9FISHAK and request info.

If you know another hot spot you'd like to share, send an email to carolyn@alaskaontheweb.com.

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