Rapids Camp Lodge

The best equipped and most versatile fly-out lodge in the state home waters, Rapids Camp has endless options for all. Whether you’re after silvers or kings, massive rainbows on the Spey rod, or a crack at wilderness rainbows that rarely see a fly, this is an operation that will show anglers of all skill levels the best Alaska has to offer. Rate: $11,495 per person for a 7 night/6 day package R apids Camp Lodge is a high-caliber, full service fly-out lodge with excellent home waters and one of the most diverse fly fishing programs in Alaska. Seasoned hardcore fly anglers will appreciate the wide range of waters the lodge frequents including staples like the Moraine, Battle Creek, Contact Creek, Headwaters Creek, and the American River. Other prolific under-the-radar rainbow and char fisheries mandate an adventurous spirit and sturdy walking legs. During the early and late season, the lodge concentrates on fly fishing for large rainbows in the “rapids” of the Naknek River near the lodge. Anglers typically employ Spey rods and steelhead-like tactics to entice these supercharged rainbows that commonly run in the 5-to 10-pound range. Spey tackle and instruction are available to all interested at no additional cost. The lodge features ten comfortable single-occupancy rooms, a large friendly bar, two gourmet chefs, a workout room, and all the needed waders and tackle their guests require. With three Beavers, a turbine Otter, and handsome jet boats for their

Heather Hodson demonstrating perfect form displaying her trophy Naknek rainbow. Photo: Eric Nuefeld