Frequently Asked Questions
Here are a few common questions we receive when assisting incoming guests in planning their Alaska fishing trip with Screamin’ Reels Lodge. Whether it’s your first time or your fifth, we’re here to help you prepare for an unforgettable adventure.
Trip Essentials
Your all-inclusive Alaska fishing vacation with Screamin’ Reels covers lodging, daily guided saltwater fishing trips, gear, rain gear, tackle, bait, and unlimited fish processing (vacuum sealing, freezing, and boxing). All meals are prepared by our personal chef and include breakfast, lunch on the boat, appetizers, and chef-prepared dinners at the lodge.
From your hometown you will fly to Seatac International airport located in Seattle, WA which is the main hub for all of Alaska travel. From there you will take an hour and forty minute flight to Ketchikan International Airport (KTN) located in Southeast Alaska, after landing in Ketchikan you will board a 950 turbo prop nine seater plane for a 25-30 min scenic flight over to Prince of Wales island to the Klawock Airport near Craig. Once you land, our team will pick you up and stop at the local grocery store if you would like any last minute items then take you just a few minutes drive to the secluded lodge to get settled in. This seamless process is part of what makes a stay at our luxury fishing lodge in Alaska so convenient and rewarding.
We provide all the top notch fishing gear and grundens rain gear with boots. You’ll want to bring layers, sunscreen, sunglasses, and a camera. We’ll send a full packing list after you book your trip, but here’s some information to look at now.
Our private waterfront fishing lodge located just a few miles outside the town of Craig, offers private accommodations, relaxing common areas, and stunning views of Port St. Nicholas bay and surrounding mountainous islands with forested shorelines that characterize Southeast Alaska. Many guests say it’s the perfect base for both adventure and relaxation on their lodge vacation.
Wi-Fi is available at the lodge, and some cell carriers offer service in the area like AT&T & T Mobile so you can check emails if needed for business. We encourage everyone to try and unplug and relax and take in the view and watch the wildlife while on their Alaska Fishing Trip!
Absolutely. Our chef can work with most dietary restrictions. Just let us know in advance so we can plan accordingly.
Fishing Experience
Depending on the season, we target a variety of species every day of your fishing adventure, including Halibut, king salmon, coho salmon, lingcod, yelloweye rockfish, black rockfish, Truecod and more. Our location in Craig, Alaska, gives us prime access to the bountiful waters of Southeast Alaska, offering a well-rounded sportfishing experience.
We specialize in mooching for salmon, a hands-on and highly effective technique that allows you to connect directly with the action. We also troll for King Salmon and jig for the bottom fishing methods depending on the target species and water conditions. We pride ourselves on catching limits each day with conservation in mind and take the best care of your catch so you can enjoy the best tasting seafood on the planet. We emphasize conservation, quality, and excitement with fast action fishing, making it perfect for those seeking an authentic Alaska fishing experience.
Each year, the Alaska Department of Fish and Game (ADF&G) and the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) determine the regulations for the number and size of species, such as halibut and king salmon, that can be retained. These rules are based on ongoing assessments of the abundance and health of shared West Coast fish stocks.
While we can’t control the regulations, we can guarantee this: there are always plenty of fish to catch each day with a variety of species. And at Screamin’ Reels Lodge, our goal is to send each guest home with a full 50-pound box—or more—of professionally processed, flash-frozen fish. It’s a highlight of many Alaska fishing trips and a lasting reminder of your time here.
Our season runs from late May through early September. King salmon show up early right after the big herring spawn in late spring, while coho are more prevalent mid to later in the summer. Halibut and bottomfish fishing is fantastic all throughout our season. We’ll help you time your trip based on your fishing priorities.
For Families & First-Timers
Yes. We welcome anglers of all skill levels, from first-timers to seasoned pros. Our guides and we provide fully trained deckhands that are very friendly, patient and knowledgeable, making it easy to learn and enjoy each day on the water with us. An Alaska fishing trip with Screamin’ Reels is a great bonding experience for couples, friends, and families.
Alaska Wildlife & Scenery
The Alaska wilderness isn’t just beautiful—it’s alive. Guests can expect to see bald eagles, sea otters, humpback whales, orcas, Sitka black-tailed deer, and black bears daily—sometimes from the lodge and often while fishing. The lodge has a salmon stream just down the beach which attracts black bears starting in June as the salmon wait for fall rain to spawn. You will enjoy watching the eagles and black bears walk the beaches and feed on the fish from the private dock or while you sit by the campfire overlooking the waterfront. If Alaska wildlife is part of your dream trip, this is the place to be and make sure you bring your camera!