World-class fishing may be found in the waters surrounding Kodiak Island. In fact, there was a 200 pound halibut caught just a stone's throw off our beach last summer!! King Salmon swim past our lodge from May through September, and Coho (Silver Salmon) are abundant from early August till early September. Beginning October 1st, we will be offering un-guided fly fishing for Steelhead on the Karluk River. Anglers will live aboard the F/V Sea Walker.

Call us to arrange your own Alaskan salmon or halibut fishing adventure!

Fishing License Fees & Regulations
Your fishing licenses may be purchased at a local sporting goods store on your way through the town of Kodiak, or on-line through the State of Alaska Dept. of Fish & Game website.

Sportfishing Licenses
Saltwater Regulations
Freshwater Regulations

Gear to Bring

Because the weather in Kodiak frequently defies predictions and can change quite rapidly, it is always wise to dress in layers.  Items you may want to consider bringing are:

• Hooded sweatshirts

• Hiking boots 

• Sneakers, for walking around camp/your cabin 

• Hat & lightweight gloves for breezy days on deck 

• Photography equipment & plenty of film/memory cards 

• Binoculars 

• Swimming suit for the banya

We will provide all necessary spinning gear & halibut gear. We also provide all boots and raingear, just be sure to give us a list of your party's sizes ahead of time. We do not have any fly-fishing gear, as there are no freshwater systems near us; however, fly-out fly fishing trips can be arranged, with or without guides.

Upon making a deposit & receiving confirmation of your trip, we then advise that you contact one of the air taxi services listed on our "Rates" page, who will be more than happy to arrange your flight out to Alderwood Retreat. We would greatly encourage you to plan a bear-viewing trip in conjunction with your flight. After all, when will you have another opportunity to see the incredible Kodiak Brown Bear in its natural environment?

Time slots are limited and fill up fast, so call to reserve your block today! Your trip to Kodiak Island will be something you remember and talk about for the rest of your life...  ALASKA--Same planet, different world!

Visit our Photo Gallery for great pictures of our Guests and their exciting catches!