Cast Your Own Adventure:
Fish the Way You Want!
Our fishing options are as flexible as the high-quality fishing rods our guests fish with. In short, you define what you are interested in catching and our experienced guides will provide the best opportunities. The packages below are a good place to start planning. You can add additional fishing trips, adventures or sightseeing tours with our DIY options. Even fly-out trips to remote lakes and rivers are available. Consider our discounted early and late season trips for even more value. There’s virtually nothing you can’t do. No place you can’t go. Please keep in mind, this is Alaska and we do occasionally have to make changes based on weather, closed seasons, state regulations or water conditions.
2024 Popular FIshing Packages
Over the past 48-years of operating Big Sky Charter and Fishcamp, we’ve learned what our guests enjoy most. These packages combine lodging, great fishing and personalized services into affordable packages that make planning and booking quick and easy.
*Prices shown do not include sales tax or credit card processing fees if applicable.
Big Sky Combo
Add up to 2 additional guests for $1,000 per person
- Two (2) days fishing on the Kenai River
- One (1) day Saltwater fishing for Halibut
- 5 Nights custom cabin lodging
- Unlimited Kenai riverfront fishing from Camp, all equipment provided
- For large groups call for further details
- First 50-pounds of fish processing/packaging included PER GROUP
Big Sky Deluxe
Add up to 2 additional guests for $1,625 per person
- One (1) day Saltwater fishing for Halibut
- Two (2) days of Fishing on the Kenai River
- One (1) trip of your choice - Fly-Out, Saltwater or River Fishing. ($25 fuel surcharge per person may be imposed by tour company.) Prices will be adjusted if you choose not to Fly-Out. Call for details.
- 6 Nights custom cabin lodging
- Unlimited Kenai riverfront fishing from Camp, all equipment provided
- First 50-pounds of fish processing/packaging included PER GROUP
Big Sky Elite
Add up to 2 additional guests for $2,050 per person
- Two (2) days fishing on the Kenai River
- One (1) day Saltwater fishing for Halibut
- One (1) additional day Saltwater or Kenai River fishing
- One (1) trip of your choice - Fly-Out or Kenai River fishing. ($25 fuel surcharge per person may be imposed by tour company..) Prices will be adjusted if you choose not to Fly-Out. Call for details.
- 7 Nights custom cabin lodging
- Unlimited Kenai riverfront fishing from Camp, all equipment provided
- First 50-pounds of fish processing/packaging included PER GROUP
2024 Day Trips
Want to mix and match different trips for a DIY adventure? That’s fine as well! We offer these proven-productive trips and more. Feel free to call the lodge to discuss whatever else you might have in mind. We’ll do our best to make it happen.
*Prices shown do not include sales tax or credit card processing fees if applicable.
"Peak" Season = July 1 to August 31. "Off Peak" Season = May 15 to June 30 and after September 1.
Freshwater River Fishing
per person / Peak Season*
- $250 per person / Off-Peak season
- Kenai River and Kasilof Rivers
- King, Coho, Sockeye or Pink Salmon (as available)
- Rainbow Trout and Dolly Varden
- Customize the trip to your goals
Saltwater Halibut Fishing
per person
- Cook Inlet or Kachemak Bay
- Target keeper and trophy-sized halibut
- Multi-species combo fishing when available. Add $50 to $100 per person.
Saltwater Combo (Popular Option)
per person
- Exclusive Saltwater Multi-Species from Homer harbor
- Target Halibut, Salmon, Yelloweye, Black Bass (May thru August)
- Great option for adding an additional day of saltwater fishing
- Buy the boat (6 seat limit) and fully customize the trip
Saltwater Salmon Fishing
per person
- Exclusive Saltwater Salmon
- Target King and Silver Salmon
- Target Black Bass when available
- Fish from Seward or Homer harbor (depending on season)
- Seward harbor Silver Salmon/Black Bass trips available with Capt. Adam
Saltwater Long Range Combo
per person
- Full day trip from Seward or Homer harbor
- Multi-species: Halibut, yelloweye, black bass, salmon, lingcod (July/August) depending on availability
- Buy the boat (6 seat limit) and customize the full day-trip
Remote Fly-Out Adventures
per person
- Big River Lakes: Wolverine Creek/Kustatan $650 per person*
- Crescent Lake West: $762 per person plus $12 park fee per person*
- Other fly-out options available. Call for details.
- * $25 Fuel surcharge fee per person may be imposed by tour company.
2024 Eco Adventures
Fishing is our focus, but there are endless adventure activities to enjoy as well. Let our knowledgeable lodge staff know your interests when you call and they will recommend the best opportunities given the season, weather and available dates.
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Prices vary by excursion, group size, and other factors. Please call us for details.
- Whitewater rafting
- Scenic floats
- Mountain biking
- Kenai Fjords National Park
- Backcountry exploration
- Glacier exploration
- Sea Kayaking
- Wildlife viewing
- Volcano viewing
- Historic town tours
- Zip line course
- Bear Viewing
- Fly Out Adventures
- Gold Panning
- Horseback Riding
- Glacier Sled Dog Tours
F.A.Q. and Additional Information:
We encourage our guests to stay for a week. Besides the numerous fishing opportunities, there are many other activities and sights to explore. Please let Big Sky assist in arranging and planning your time with us. Our staff and guides stay on-site at Big Sky to continue to be a resource for you.
What to bring:
- Clothing? – Layers! We always recommend to bring clothing that is easy to layer. It can be cold in the early mornings but tends to warm up as the day goes on. You can start to peel away the layers as needed. Hats/caps, gloves, sunglasses, and sunscreen are also recommended.
- Rain gear? – We recommend you bring your own rain gear but, if you don’t feel like packing those bulky items you can always borrow rain coats, pants, and boots from our boot shed.
- Fishing gear? – all fishing gear will be provided for you when you book a charter at Big Sky. We will also provide rods and tackle to fish from our shore. Unless there is something specific that you want to use there is no need to bring any fishing gear.
- Bug Spray/Bear spray? – Yes, we have mosquitos! As for bear spray most airlines do not allow you to fly with it. We have cans here for you to borrow if needed.
Fish Processing:
- If you booked any of the Big Sky Combo, Big Sky Deluxe, or Big Sky Elite packages there is 50lbs of processing included per group. After the first 50lbs you will pay $1.65/lb to fillet, vacuum seal, freeze and store your fish.
- If you did not book one of our packages you will pay $1.65/lb for processing plus an additional fee for each box.
- Big Sky does not ship fish. The easiest way to bring your fish home is to check it as an extra piece of luggage on your flight home. If you need to ship please contact us for a list of local options.
Fishing Licenses:
- You can buy a fishing license online here: https://www.adfg.alaska.gov/Store/ Please pay attention to the dates that you request and bring a printed copy of your license with you.
- If you do not buy a license before you arrive we can sell you one at the lodge.
Gratuity:
- Our guides and camp staff work very hard! Tips are never expected but always appreciated.
- 15-20% gratuity is customary for all fishing charters.
Transportation and Meals
- Big Sky does not provide any transportation or meals.
- Rental cars are available in Anchorage or the nearby town of Kenai. We're happy to offer recommendations for rental car companies and suitable vehicles based on your intended travels
- You will be responsible for renting a vehicle to get to and from the airport, and to all of your fishing charters. We will provide maps each day to your fishing location that include your guides contact information.
- Your cabin has a fully furnished kitchen so you can cook and prepare meals.
- There are grocery stores here in Sterling and Soldotna as well as many restaurants if you choose to eat out.
- Lunches and beverages are recommended to bring on your fishing charters.
We are here to help! If you have any other questions please don’t hesitate to give us a call or send us an email at 907-262-9496 / kenaiguide12@gmail.com
Reservations
Deposit: A 25% deposit is required to confirm your reservation, the balance is due upon arrival.
Disclaimer: Due to sudden weather changes, State of Alaska Fish and Game regulations and Federal Halibut Commission rules, all fishing charters are subject to change. Please inquire upon arrival. All reservations are subject to 3% Kenai Peninsula Borough tax. All fishing packages require a minimum of two anglers. Boat space and cabin rentals are limited, confirmation is on a first come, first serve basis. A 25% deposit is required to confirm reservations, the balance is due upon arrival or before. A 3% charge to credit cards will be applied to final balances. Big Sky can not be held responsible for your processed fish after it leaves our Fish Camp.
Cancellation Policy: If cancellation occurs prior to 90 days of the reservation, Big Sky will refund the full deposit or roll over to the following year. If cancellation occurs prior to 60 days of the reservation, Big Sky will roll over the full deposit to the following year.