A guide to August Alaska trip planning
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August features peak fishing for pink, silver and chum salmon at our fly-in fishing lodge. August is one of the most popular times of the summer for fly fishing guests due to the diversity of salmon species combined with great trout fishing. Fast action for silvers and chum salmon in mid-to late August is an experience like none-other. We target both of these species with spinners, sub-surface flies and top-water flies. Bundle your August fishing package with a fly-out flight-seeing experience, helicopter glacier tour or bear-viewing adventure to round-out your ultimate vacation.
August Alaska Fishing
Early August sees big numbers of pink, silver and chum salmon running strong in our river system. It's a great time of the season for spin fishermen, fly fishermen, novice fishermen, kid fishermen, etc. to target a variety of salmon species in large numbers throughout the river system. Spin and fly fishing is most spot and stalk fishing as under clear-water conditions you can physically see all the fish you are targeting. In slack water areas off the main current, salmon will pile up by the dozens and sometimes hundreds. As king salmon start to settle into their redds to lay their eggs, hungry rainbows congregate in large numbers and can be easily targeted with pink bell spinners and egg-imitation flies. As the weather cools, northern pike action in August can be pretty incredible. Weed bed top-water fishing is a great side-trip in addition to river fishing for salmon and trout.
August Adventures
We run guided, outfitted float trips through the middle of the month with excellent fishing, wildlife viewing, camping and phenomenal food. Many of our lodge guests who spend multiple days fishing with us like to add on one of many adventure side trips including flight-seeing, a helicopter glacier tour or a Prince William Sound marine wildlife float plane tour. For the biggest diversity of experiences, check out our Ultimate Alaska Off-Grid Experience, bundling the best of remote Alaska wilderness pursuits.
August Weather and Trip Planning
August sees some of the most diverse weather of the summer. Although temperatures in our area are still favorable, early mornings can be chilly with temps dipping into the low 50s and occasional 40s. The waning daylight adds to the cool down. Clouds become a bit more common than sunshine and showers are a more regular occurrence. Fortunately, theses conditions go hand-in-hand with great fishing. Be prepared for all conditions to assure you are comfortable throughout your day's adventure. Check out our suggested trip packing list for appropriate clothing and gear to consider. For fishermen, keep in the know when it comes to fishing regulations, appropriate licenses, etc. All fishing-resources can be viewed on our fishing guide page.
