Craig Alaska Fishing Lodge

Screamin’ Reels Lodge located in Southeast Alaska on the west side of Prince of Wales Island just a few miles outside Craig, Alaska. The private Lodge is very secluded in Port St. Nicholas Bay offering waterfront views and forested mountains. Another advantage is the nearby Salmon spawning stream which allows viewing Eagles, Black bears feeding on the salmon returning to spawn. Screamin’ Reels Lodge is the perfect venue for the full Alaska Lodge experience!

How to get to Screamin’ Reels Lodge in Craig Alaska

You will fly from your hometown to SeaTac International Airport located in Seattle, WA which is the main hub for all travel to Alaska. From there you will take a short 1 hour 40-minute flight to Ketchikan International Airport located in Southeast Alaska. After arriving in Ketchikan, you will then check in with Island Air Express and board a Cessna “950” Grand Caravan aircraft for a scenic 30-minute flight to Prince of Wales Island where we will be there to greet you with the transit van. Total travel time from Seattle to our Island is about two hours plus a small layover in Ketchikan. Getting to us is extremely easy versus flying to other places in Alaska which can take an entire day or require an overnight stay in another city before you arrive at your destination.

After we greet you, we are happy to stop at the local store to pick up any last-minute items that you may need for your stay with us. From there it is a short drive to Screamin’ Reels Lodge.

Lodge Arrival

Upon arrival at the Lodge you will be greeted by our friendly staff who will help get you settled into your rooms. Then relax and enjoy an appetizer before dinner. After dinner take a minute to ensure your rain gear and boots (provided at the lodge) fit well for the fishing day ahead! We encourage you to relax by the fire and soak in the scenery.

Daily Itinerary

  • 5:00 AM: Begin your morning with a cup of coffee as our chef prepares your breakfast, which will be served aboard the boats. The captains and deckhands will be preparing the boats for the full day of fishing.
  • 5:15 AM: Finish your morning cup of coffee and head to the dock with your rain gear and boots on, ready for the day.
  • 5:30 AM: Boats depart the dock. Once departed, you will enjoy your breakfast sandwich and coffee while heading to the fishing grounds for a full day of fishing with lunch served on the boats.
  • 3:30 PM: When we arrive back to the dock, there is an opportunity to take pictures of the days catch. The processing crew will then take care of your fish while you rinse off your rain gear and head up to the lodge for a warm shower.
  • 4:30 PM: While relaxing, enjoy your appetizers at the lodge and the campfire and share stories about your day on the water.
  • 6:00 PM: Dinner is served. Our typical menu includes freshly prepared cuisine consisting of: Fresh Seafood, USDA Prime Steak, and delicious side dishes with a variety of vegetables. Dessert includes cheesecake with a strawberry drizzle, Crème Brulé, lemon pound cake, or homemade chocolate cake with ice cream.

Departure morning

We will have hot coffee, English muffins, bread, or cereal available for you on your departure morning. We will leave the lodge 90 minutes before your flight to be on time for your safe travel home. Our staff will take your fish boxes to Island Air Express where they will be waiting for you in Ketchikan for your flight home.

Packing for your Alaska Vacation

Pack light! Only bring what you need with a carry-on piece of luggage.
We provide use of Grunden’s rain gear and boots.

  • Hat
  • Sunglasses
  • Warm Layered Clothing
  • A lightweight Jacket
  • Long underwear
  • Pair of shorts or swimsuit if you would like to paddle board.
  • House shoes / slippers to wear inside the lodge.
  • If you happen to forget any item do not worry, we have you covered at the Screamin’ Reels Swag shop where you can purchase hats, beanies, T-shirts, sweatshirts, and light jackets.