Alaska Steelhead Company

Lodging Details
While ASC has earned the reputation of being a world class steelhead fishing operation, the also offer guests a luxurious and unforgettable Alaska fishing lodge experience. The lodge and its guest cabins are situated on the best run of ASC’s most prized steelhead river, offering convenient and private boat access for drift boats and power drifters, ensuring guests can reach prime fishing waters with ease. ASC owns a substantial amount of acreage on both sides of the river for guests to enjoy for fishing and streamside lunches. The views of the river are absolutely breathtaking, morning, day, and night. There’s nothing better than closing an incredible day of Steelhead fishing by pondering the day's events while a spectacular steelhead river flows by your doorstep. Whether you are enjoying one of the many outdoor living areas or in the comfort of the lodge or cabin, it’s the perfect setting to trade stories and pictures after fishing. 

The Main Lodge is designed to provide both comfort and entertainment, featuring a Lounge, Bar, Dining Room for 14 guests, Theatre Room, and Game Room complete with a pool table. For a bit of relaxation guests enjoy a soak in the hot tub while overlooking the river. The outdoor fireplace or the riverside fire pit are popular places for guests to relax and enjoy hors d’oeuvres and drinks before dinner. 

Each room in the lodge is thoughtfully appointed with all the comforts of home and can be double or even single occupancy upon request and availability. ASC also offers 3 guest cabins, two of which are single or double occupancy and a large cabin for bigger groups of 4-6 anglers. Both the lodge, large cabin for private groups and smaller private cabins are complete with indoor fireplaces, a fully stocked bar refreshed daily, and a deck with outdoor seating to soak in the incredible views. The lodge and guest cabins are equipped with Wi-Fi and satellite TV. For your convenience, Laundry Service is available for $25 per load, so you are able to pack light and enjoy your favorite gear throughout your stay. Additionally, ASC offers the services of an on-site masseuse for the ultimate relaxation after fishing. For some added fun and entertainment they close out the week with a local band and farewell party with the entire ASC staff and guides to send you off. 

No trip to Alaska is complete without unforgettable wildlife encounters, and at the lodge, you won’t be disappointed. It’s not uncommon to see moose wandering the property or even swimming across the river, bald eagles soaring by or the occasional lynx. For the more adventurous guests willing to stay up late, the famous Aurora Borealis, or Northern Lights, occasionally paints the sky in dazzling displays during this time of year.

Food and Beverages
Alaska Steelhead Company prides itself on delivering an incomparable culinary experience during each guest's stay. Chef Felix Barron and his team take a lot of pride in providing an exceptional menu and experience to all guests, so do not plan on going hungry! 

The day begins with strong coffee and a hearty breakfast each morning. A shore lunch is provided streamside each day consisting of sandwiches, soups, snacks, and hot beverages on the colder days. Feel free to bring a flask as well for a hot cider in between fishing runs. 

After your day on the water, dinner will be served back at the lodge and is a highlight of the day. Guests will enjoy a three-course meal with wine pairings each evening, consisting of fresh and locally sourced meats, halibut, salmon, crab, and delicious sides. Chef Felix and his team spare no expense and are happy to accommodate any dietary restrictions or special requests/cravings as needed. 

Non-Angling Activities and Options
While Alaska Steelhead Company is a fishing-focused destination, this is also a great program for any non-anglers who would like to join and experience the incredible area. The lodge will provide guests with a vehicle (and host if requested) to accompany if you would like to discover the area on your own to see the sights and explore. ASC can also arrange for several other non-angling activities including day trips to Homer, fly-out sightseeing tours and bear viewing, hiking, clam digging, beach combing, and photography outings. The lodge also has a masseuse on staff daily if guests wish to take advantage of this service during their stay. 

Internet / Communications
Wi-Fi access is available at the lodge. Cell phone reception can sometimes work depending on your carrier and the location.

How to Get There
Guests will begin their trip by flying from their hometown to Anchorage International Airport (ANC). From there guests will book flights with the domestic airline Grant Aviation from Anchorage (ANC) to Kenai Municipal Airport (ENA). The flights are affordable (around $130.00 USD) and there are a couple of options each day. It is recommended that anglers fly into Anchorage the evening before their trip is scheduled to begin to stay the first evening in Anchorage. Upon arrival into Kenai, guests will be met by Alaska Steelhead Company and driven 40 minutes to the lodge. While in Kenai ASC will make a quick stop to pick up any liquor or anything you might have forgotten. There is an option to arrive in Kenai early and get in an additional day of fishing for any angler who would like to extend their time on the water ($500.00 additional per guest). 

Minors Traveling Without Both Parents
All children 18 years of age or younger accompanied by only one parent or legal guardian must have a NOTARIZED letter of consent from the other parent stating the child/children have his/her permission to travel. Single parents need NOTARIZED documentation of divorce or a spousal death certificate. Unaccompanied Minors require a NOTARIZED letter of consent signed by both parents.

Documents Required
Photo identification is required by airlines to purchase your Alaska Fishing License. Licenses can be purchased on the first day of your trip or online before your trip by visiting this website: Alaska Department of Fish and Game.

Travel Arrangements
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General Information
With incredible access to numerous rivers and streams along the Kenai Peninsula and Cook Inlet, Alaska Steelhead Company has honed its fishing program over many years to deliver some of the best wild steelhead fishing that can be found anywhere in the world. Because of this and the exceptional runs of wild steelhead this area receives each fall season, ASC can provide multiple fishing scenarios to guests throughout their stay. Options include swinging flies, skating dry flies or nymphing on larger rivers via boat, hiking smaller streams, helicopter access to very remote areas, and even floating in rafts and inflatable kayaks if the conditions are right for the adventurous angler. ASC and their team will work with anglers each evening to go over the plan for the following day and tailor each week to accommodate anglers’ desires during their trip. Steelhead is the typical main draw for most guests, but ASC also has some opportunities for incredible silver salmon and dolly varden fishing as well. 

While the state of Alaska is typically recognized for its resident trout and salmon fishing opportunities, ASC is in a league of its own in providing diverse and world-class fishing opportunities for one of the planet’s greatest wild steelhead runs. 

Boats and Equipment
Alaska Steelhead Company has a variety of drift and jet boats available for their guides to access different areas of the watershed each day. Most of the boats are used as a means of transportation each day to get anglers to the best wading options throughout each watershed. A very unique aspect of the ASC program is each angler does have one helicopter/plane fly-out included in their package to remote, untouched fisheries during their stay (option to add on more at an additional rate). ASC does have access to numerous helicopters and fixed-wing aircraft that allow their team to explore all the area has to offer! 

The lodge can also outfit any guests with high-quality fishing rods and reels during your stay if preferred. Flies, terminal tackle and any fishing gear needed are included in your package. It is requested that all anglers bring their own waders and non-felt boots during their stay. 

Package Rates
Remember that Yellow Dog’s services are completely free! When you book a trip with Yellow Dog, you never pay more than when you book directly with the lodge or outfitter. All prices listed below are per person, based on double occupancy, and quoted in US dollars.

Standard Package: $7,895.00 per person plus taxes ($236.85)

What’s Included:

• Six (6) Nights Lodging with Alaska Steelhead Company
• Five (5) Full Days of Guided Fishing
• Two (2) Fly-out Days via Helicopter (Peninsula Steelhead & Heli Kayak Steelhead)
• All Meals
• All Non-Alcoholic Beverages
• Beer and Table Wine During Dinner 
• Ground Transportation to and from Kenai Airport
• Fly Rods, Reels, and Terminal Tackle

 What’s Not Included

• Airfare to Anchorage and Kenai, Alaska
• Fishing Licenses (purchase online in advance)
• Liquor (purchase upon arrival during transfer)
• Waders and Boots
• Guide and Staff Gratuities
• Any arrival and departure day guided fishing (can be arranged in advance)
• Additional fly-out days (arrange in advance, recommended prior to arrival)

Additional Fly Outs

• Peninsula Steelhead Fly Out - $900 per person
• Peninsula Steelhead Heli Kayak Fly Out - $500 per person
• West Cook Inlet Salmon & Dolly Varden Fly Out - $1,400 per person
• Remote Steelhead River(s) Fly Out - $1800 per person

Standard Package WITHOUT Fly-out days = $5,995.00 per person plus taxes ($179.85)