NO SEE UM LODGE | SALMON FLY FISHING | ALASKA

Nestled on a private bluff overlooking the Kvichak River some 30 miles downstream from Lake Iliamna, No-See-Um Lodge has ranked among the finest Alaskan fly-out fly fishing operations for over 40 years.

As No See Um Lodge is a fly-out lodge and combined with their great location they can easily get customers to the famous waters of Katmai Park, the mighty Nushagak outside of Dillingham and down to the remote systems on the Alaska Peninsula. Each day you work out where you wish to fish and the program can be changed accordingly.

The travel time also depends on where you are going to fish and is mainly taken up by just flights times from No See Um Lodge. On arrival at each location, there will be boats waiting to take you both up and downstream from your landing point. Most of the travelling is done within 40 mins then you will be fishing.

Depending on what time of year you fish at No See Um Lodge will depend on what species will be available in the rivers, so please make sure you check out the species information on this tour. Throughout the year King Salmon, Rainbow Trout, Sockeye and Silver Salmon, are all on the main menu. Other species include Northern Pike, Chum Salmon, Dolly Varden and Grayling.

The amount of fish you will catch at No See Um Lodge will depend on the target species, however, based on averages in normal conditions you can expect.

• Kings – a couple of interactions a day on the fly is considered good.
• Rainbow trout – a dozen quality fish would be expected.
• Silver fishing should provide double-digit days.

Fishing at No See Um Lodge is conducted in many different ways. For the customer wanting to target the big Kings and Chum Salmon, it is best to swing large flies with Spey rods. For the smaller Salmon, you can fish with shorter lighter rods such as 12ft switch rods which make great both single and double Spey fishing. You can then even fish with 5# single-handed rods with drys for the many Trout and Grayling. Although you use boats to access the river up and down the majority of the fly fishing is done by wading on foot.

All the guides speak very good English.

Anyone who wants lots of action and catch lots of fish.

With the variety of fishing available at No See Um Lodge and with the expert guidance of the guides this lodge is suitable for all levels, so regardless if this is your first time fly fishing we will have you catching lots of fish even on your first day. If you are far more experienced and only want to chase the specimen fish we also cater for that also.

The physical demands are not challenging. You should expect to get in and out of small planes and boats on most days with some wading and short hikes.

Each month offers something unique and with the incredible knowledge that the Holman family has acquired over its years in the business, they know where and when. From Kings on the Nushagak to remote systems on the peninsula, they cover all bases.

To get to No See Um Lodge you arrive in Anchorage on Sunday and overnight. On Monday morning the lodge arranges a charter flight to King Salmon. From King Salmon, the lodge planes transfer you to the lodge.

The lodge can accommodate up to 10 customers per week. The main guest house is comprised of two double-occupancy rooms and two single-occupancy rooms, each with a private bath. The “honeymoon” cabins sleep two each with private baths. The riverside line of cabins is connected by a boardwalk which will take you right to the hot tub and sauna. Both honeymoon cabins are cosy one-room buildings containing a queen and twin beds, sitting area, beverage refrigerator and a private bathroom. Riverside windows ensure that you have a beautiful view from within the whole cabin. Each of the two honeymoon cabins sleeps, two guests. The main guest cabin is our largest cabin, sleeping, eight guests. It has four bedrooms and bathrooms, a large living room, a stocked bar, fireplace and wader room. Each of the four bedrooms has two twin beds and a private bathroom. Most guests will gather at the end of the day in the guest cabin’s living room area to sit by the fire, have a drink, enjoy an appetizer, start a card game and maybe even tell a fish story or two.

Despite the fact that the lodge is 300 miles from the grocery store. Every day the chef prepares fresh bread, rolls and desserts in addition to serving breakfast and dinner in the dining room. Although the goal is to serve you a delicious gourmet meal every time, the lodge prides itself on doing so in a comfortable and friendly environment.  Dress code is always informal and you will enjoy meals while mingling with the No See Um guides and pilots.

Breakfast is cooked to order with a different special each day of the week. Specials include smoked salmon scramble, blueberry pancakes, and huevos rancheros. The basics; oatmeal, cold cereal, eggs, toast, variety of juices and more are available every day and are also cooked to order. Lunch is prepared fresh in the morning and then carried on the river by your guide.

A typical lunch will contain a sandwich, side dish, chips, snack, fresh baked cookies and hot soup. Depending on the circumstances, a shore lunch of freshly caught fish may even be cooked stream-side by your guide. Dinner is served after an appetizer and cocktail hour.

When the bell rings, dinner begins with a soup or salad course and homemade bread. Main course menus may include dishes like fresh salmon, roasted airline chicken, Alaskan king crab, blackened halibut and smoked prime rib. Dinner is, of course, followed by dessert. The desserts are made fresh daily and feature beautiful creations like strawberry torte roll, baked Alaska, key lime pie, crème Brulee and more. No See Um Lodge can accommodate for most special dietary needs but do require advance notice.

No See Um Lodge does provide rods/reels. I would be prepared to bring your own waders and rubber-soled boots (please no studs as they damage the boats and planes). Please inform us before travel if you wish to use the lodge rods and reels.

There is wireless internet access throughout the property. This service provides email and internet browsing; however, the satellite-based bandwidth is limited and it’s NOT able to support streaming services. Skype, Face time, YouTube, video downloads, webcam, streaming video, IP TV, IP based mobile phones or other applications that require large amounts of bandwidth are not supported. I would not expect your cell phone to work, but the lodge does have a phone to use if needed.

For non-anglers or just to take some time off from your fishing there are also opportunities to explore the local wildlife. You never know what you will run into along the river. Whether it’s an encounter with a brown bear, wolves, lynx or the site of a soaring eagle. What you will see is some amazing wildlife. Alternatively indulge in Photography by enjoying the breathtaking view of Alaska and capture those moments through a lens.

We offer the complete package including all flights and transfers. To view, all prices and availability click the “Dates & Prices” tab above.

Alternatively, if you wish to arrange all your own travel we can book just the lodge and fishing for you.