Prince of Wales Island Fly Fishing Lodge Southeast Alaska.

ALASKA'S BOARDWALK LODGE is a sportsman's paradise! This world-class fishing lodge bears the elite Orvis Fly Fishing Lodge endorsement — demonstrating its exceptional facilities and commitment to excellence. Yet it's much more than a fly fishing lodge... Alaska's Boardwalk Lodge also offers exceptional saltwater fishing and spin fishing.

Lodge guests receive first-class accommodations, dine on gourmet cuisine, and experience breathtaking views that exhibit Alaska's majesty. The trophy-class fishing, exhilarating wildlife, and spectacular scenery make Alaska's 5-star adventure the outdoorsman's choice! Alaska's 5-Star Adventure!

Seasoned Orvis endorsed fly fishing guides will lead you in pursuit of numerous fish species at the hottest fishing holes at 23 lakes, rivers and streams on breathtaking Prince of Wales Island, Alaska. Your fly fishing excursions are typically accessed via Suburban. Although available, the added expense of a fly-out trip is completely unnecessary. Many of these waters are only fished when Boardwalk guests venture out, allowing you to cast and catch in solitude. Our native Alaska fishing opportunities include:

* Steelhead Fishing (Sea Run Rainbow Trout)
* Cutthroat Trout Fishing
* Dolly Varden Fishing
* Silver Salmon Fishing (Coho Salmon)
* Pink Salmon Fishing (Humpies)
* Chum Salmon Fishing (Dog Salmon)
* Sockeye Salmon Fishing (Red Salmon)

Note that all fly fishing equipment, including rods, reels, flies, waders, and boots are all part of your lodge package at no additional cost.

TROUT FLY FISHING

Hearty Native Steelhead Wild Alaska Steelhead Fishing Imagine catching native Steelhead — Alaska's wild, sea run rainbow – not hatchery fish. The island's trophy-class Alaskan lunkers are typically in the 29-37 inch range! These are powerful, fierce fighters that will make your fly reel sing and can quickly take you into backing. Alaska's Boardwalk Lodge accommodates hearty Steelheaders looking to land some of these rare and coveted game fish from April 15th through May 30th.

For fly fishing anglers, we recommend a 9-foot, 7- or 8-weight fly rod. A reel with a smooth drag, loaded with both floating and sink-tip lines, is also recommended. Most of the popular Steelhead flies will work, but some of the better producers include: Comet (orange and red/white), Marabou (black, orange, red), Popsicle, Purple egg-sucking leech, Green-Butt Skunk, Woolly Buggers (green, purple, black), and Black articulated leech.

Dolly Varden Char and Cutthroat Trout

Dolly Varden and Cutthroat Trout are plentiful in nearby lakes and streams, providing year-round excitement. Most Cutthroat and Dollies range from 10-21 inches. These tenacious trout and char leave no shortage of action – you may find yourself catching and releasing till your arms give out!

Trout fly fishing gear should include a 3-5 weight rod and a quality reel. An assortment of smolt patterns and dry flies including Stimulators, Adams, Mosquitoes and assorted Nymphs will have the trout and Dollies jumping.

SALMON FLY FISHING -Alaska Salmon Fishing

Non-stop battles heat up in July with Coho and Sockeye Salmon runs, followed by a sea of Pink and Chum Salmon in August. The vast majority of these fish have never seen an artificial fly, much less taken one. Both skilled and novice fisherman will need to brace themselves for the thrill of a lifetime when these trophy Salmon hit. The fight is non-stop, and the sheer rod-bending action is exhilarating!

Popular flies for all salmon include Bead Head Canadian Leech (rust and black), Egg Sucking Leech (purple and black), Polar Shrimp, Orange Comet and Popsicle.

Silver Salmon Fishing

Silvers, or Coho salmon, are hard fighters and can provide intense action. The Coho average 12-15 pounds, but can be found weighing in at over 20 pounds. These salmon are most plentiful from late July through September.

Coho Salmon fly fishing is best approached with 7-8 weight rods in Southeast Alaska. Best fly fishing patterns for Silver Salmon include Bead Head Canadian Leech (rust and black), Egg Sucking Leech (purple and black), Polar Shrimp, Orange Comet and Popsicle.

Pink Salmon Fishing These are the smallest and most abundant salmon in area waters. Pinks have a two-year life cycle and average 3-5 pounds. Upon entering freshwater streams, pinks develop a dorsal hump, thus their nickname "Humpy." Saltwater Humpy fishing is best during July and August.

Fly fishing gear should consist of 5-7 weight rods for Pinks. Popular fly patterns include Bead Head Canadian Leech (rust and black), Egg Sucking Leech (purple and black), Polar Shrimp, Orange Comet and Popsicle.

Chum Salmon Fishing

Often called Dog salmon, Chums are famous for their strength and large teeth, which develop most prominently in males upon entering freshwater. Chum salmon fishing is readily available mid-July through August. These salmon average 15 pounds with an occasional lunker topping 25 pounds.

Standard fly fishing gear for Dog Salmon include 7-8 weight rods and several producing flies including: Bead Head Canadian Leech (rust and black), Egg Sucking Leech (purple and black), Polar Shrimp, Orange Comet and Popsicle.

Sockeye Salmon Fishing

Also called Red salmon, Sockeyes are the most difficult salmon to catch in area waters. Sockeyes are highly regarded for their fighting skill.

The best rods to battle these lunkers are 7 and 8 weights, paired with a large arbor reel to handle the explosive runs these fish make. Fly colors that work consistently and seem to produce more Sockeyes are: hot pink, ginger black, hot green and chili.

Adventure is never in short supply at Boardwalk. When your fly casting arm grows tired, toss in a line aboard one of Boardwalk's 26- and 27-foot heated cabin cruisers. Saltwater fishing excursions run daily.

Saltwater Fishing Alaska's Famed Inside Passage

Saltwater fishing along Alaska's Inside Passage is a phenomenal experience! Join our experienced, U.S. Coast Guard licensed captains from early spring through late fall for a thrilling saltwater fishing excursion. Tangle with the fighting Chinook, or King Salmon, as well as four other salmon species. Or experience the thrill of hauling in one of Alaska's monster Halibut that often range well over 100 pounds. These and several other species make for an exceptional sport fishing experience:

* Chinook Salmon Fishing (King Salmon)
* Silver Salmon Fishing (Coho Salmon)
* Pink Salmon Fishing (Humpies)
* Chum Salmon Fishing (Dog Salmon)
* Sockeye Salmon Fishing (Red Salmon)
* Alaska Halibut Fishing
* Rockfish Fishing
* Lingcod Fishing


Alaska's Boardwalk Lodge is home to trophy-class, saltwater fishing located throughout the deep fjords and emerald-green waters of Southeast Alaska's Inside Passage.

Because of the oceanfront location of our lodge on the Inside Passage, we enjoy the comforts of fishing in relatively calm waters. This area is comprised of hundreds of islands, protected passages, bays and inlets; and the waters teem with fish and other aquatic life. Even on a windy day, we experience a comparatively small chop and no open ocean swell. Rarely do we fish more than 200 yards from land.

Our boats are 26- and 27-foot ocean cruisers, specially designed for your comfort and safety. Each is equipped with a heated cabin, flushing private toilet and all required tackle. In addition to being highly knowledgeable about local fishing areas and techniques, your saltwater captains are U.S. Coast Guard licensed, certified in First Aid and CPR.

In addition to our fleet of ocean cruisers and experienced captains, Alaska's Boardwalk Lodge provides you with top-of-the-line saltwater fishing rods, tackle and bait. These include Lamiglas® and G.Loomis® rods paired with Shimano® or Penn® reels. Our staff cleans, fillets or steaks, vacuum packs, freezes and boxes your saltwater fish for your convenient transport home. Smoking your salmon is available at an additional cost.

Everyone from expert anglers to the occasional outdoorsman will thrill to see enormous Humpback whales surfacing, dolphins diving and otters playing in these pristine waters.

Prince of Wales Lodge

Rooms at Alaska's Boardwalk Lodge

Lodge rooms provide scenic Alaska views. Several suites feature scenic views, overlooking the bay and tidal pools. Our suites at Alaska's Boardwalk Lodge have been described as "rustic elegance." Each suite is tastefully furnished and ensures your comfortable stay with us.

The Aurora Executive Suite features three individual rooms and a great room for entertainment or meetings, plus a shared kitchenette, dining room, and laundry facility.

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