Reviews

“Big Sky: A Place Where Family Memories Are Made”

I’ve had the privilege of visiting Big Sky twice now, and each trip has been nothing short of spectacular. In 2022, I brought my two sons, and we had an epic time—limits of sockeye were the daily rule, and we landed some beautiful rainbows along the way. The highlight for my boys was a fly-out trip to the Katmai area, an experience that was truly life-changing for them. It was a father-son adventure I’ll never forget.

In August 2024, I returned with my daughter, son-in-law, and lifelong fishing buddy, and once again, Big Sky delivered. It was the first time my daughter and son-in-law had ever been to Alaska, and for them, it was the trip of a lifetime. We had too much fun catching halibut, silvers, and more pinks than we could count. But what made it even more special was the camaraderie we shared around the lodge’s firepit every evening, with the Kenai River flowing just a few feet away—it was pure magic.

Having the camp dog “Howdy” to play with and throw sticks for made it even more fun. He brought an extra layer of joy to our days, always ready for some action!

The Big Sky crew went above and beyond to accommodate our every need, and we absolutely loved every minute of our stay. I can’t recommend Big Sky enough for anyone looking to create unforgettable memories with family and friends.”

For the last 5 years I have gone to Big Sky Charters annually. After the first visit, we began booking our company trip with them. Ella and her team make everything easy for our large group of 20+ to travel down, relax comfortably, have a great time by the fire or fishing off the riverbank. Then the guides always deliver on fishing the river with a great personal experience. We enjoy all the hospitality and how hard everyone works to ensure we get the most out of every adventure. Her team processes our catch quickly and helps us get out on the road after a long day on the water.

I’ve brought family down and stayed a couple of nights. The cabins and camp are so enjoyable. Whether you like sitting on the front porch with your feet up, meeting new friends by the awesome firepit or flipping off of the bank for another picture-worthy salmon. Big Sky makes it easy to recommend them to small or large groups looking for the Alaskan fishing experience.