Togiak RIver Lodge, ALaska
June 25 - July 1, 2026
HOSTED BY: RODDY HALL
What to expect
Experience outstanding spey casting for dime-bright King salmon fresh from Goodnews Bay. Located just six miles from tidewater, the lodge offers access to fish that arrive hot, aggressive, and often still carrying sea lice—a true testament to their proximity to the ocean. From the river’s mouth to the boundary of the Togiak National Wildlife Refuge, 18 miles upriver, anglers will cover dynamic stretches of water including tidewaters, braided channels, and tributaries. This diverse river system provides access to some of the finest King salmon holding water on the river.
In addition to targeting King salmon, your week on the Togiak River offers opportunities to pursue Chum salmon, Sockeye salmon, Leopard rainbow trout, Dolly Varden, and Arctic grayling—an incredible variety all within the same pristine watershed. Your adventure includes five full days of guided fly fishing, primarily swinging flies to fresh waves of King salmon as they push upriver to spawn. New fish arrive daily, joining the native species that thrive in the Togiak system, ensuring consistent action throughout your stay.
ABOUT Your Host
Roddy Hall started his career in the outdoor world in the mid 1990s, as a fishing guide in the UK and Ireland and running a small pheasant shoot. Roddy then joined Frontiers and between 2000 and 2005 was the manager of Ryabaga Camp on the Ponoi River in Russia.
He then went on to be involved with several different rivers in Russia and spent every season from 1999 to 2015 managing fishing lodges in the Kola Peninsula.
Roddy has also spent many seasons exploring the fishing in Southern Africa, where he lived for many years, and also regularly takes groups to destinations as geographically diverse as Argentina, the Caribbean, Iceland, and the Seychelles. Roddy now lives in Northern Ireland with his wife, two children, and numerous animals.
The Togiak River's gentle gradient and abundance of gravel bars make it ideal for spey casting, offering anglers the perfect environment to swing flies through prime holding water. We believe the Togiak remains one of the last great King salmon rivers—known for its consistent returns and unforgettable fishing experiences. It's a hidden gem, tucked away in a remote and rarely-pressured corner of Alaska.
The Togiak River Lodge is the only permanent wooden lodge on the river. Each guide works with 2 anglers per boat (up to 4 if requested) in large aluminum fishing boats. Lodging is typically double occupancy, with cabins for up to 4 guests upon request. Guests may upgrade to single occupancy, subject to availability. All fishing gear can be provided by the lodge if necessary. The Main Lodge features a dining hall and commercial kitchen, TV lounge for relaxing after dinner, apparel shop and gear drying room, and a full laundry facility.
Cabins features:
• 24-hour water, power, and heat
• Full bathroom with walk-in shower, sink, and flush toilet
• Twin XL or King beds with 100% cotton sheets and comforters
• Front locking door with windows on both sides
• Carpeted floors
• Thermostat-controlled heater or pellet stove/oil heaters in each cabin
Exceptional Wilderness Dining:
At Togiak River Lodge, you'll enjoy hearty, satisfying meals throughout your stay. Freshly brewed coffee and tea are available beginning at 6:00 AM for early risers, followed by a made-to-order breakfast served promptly at 7:00 AM.
We understand that many guests prefer to spend as much time as possible on the water. To accommodate this, they offer a convenient sandwich and snack bar immediately after breakfast. You can prepare a custom wrap or sandwich and select from a variety of snacks, including granola bars, cookies, and other treats. A mini fridge stocked with bottled water and a variety of sodas is also available. Additionally, your guide will carry a Thermos filled with coffee or hot water for tea, and you’re welcome to take a Thermos of hot soup along for your day.
For those who prefer to take a midday break, the sandwich and soup bar is open from 11:30 AM to 12:45 PM. Stop in to warm up with a hot bowl of soup or a fresh sandwich, relax with a cup of coffee or tea, and then head back out to enjoy more afternoon fishing.
ITINERARY
JUNE 25, arrive in anchorage
Upon arrival in Anchorage, proceed to a recommended hotel and overnight.
JUNE 26, Arrive at togiak river lodge
After breakfast, check out of your hotel and take a taxi or hotel shuttle to The ACE Air Cargo gate for the lodge flights departing Ted Stevens International Airport. Have your taxi or hotel shuttle drop you off at the Taxi Stand by Baggage Claim, cross the street, enter baggage claim, and follow the signs left towards the “A” Concourse. You do not have to go through the security lines upstairs to reach your gate.
ACE Air Cargo charter will depart from the lower concourse at Gate L2, left of the baggage claim. You do not need a boarding pass, and you do not need to go through security. All guests will need to report to Gate L2 at 6:00 am for a 7:00 am flight to Togiak. ACE Air Cargo will already have your name on the Togiak River Lodge charter passenger list. Please limit your baggage weight to 50 pounds total.
Guests will arrive to the village of Togiak around 8:30 am and will be greeted by Togiak River Lodge staff and their 15-passenger van and Ford Cargo trucks. From there, all guest luggage will be loaded into the truck, guests will take a quick five-minute ride through the village of Togiak to the boat launch. Togiak River Lodge guides will launch the cargo boat, load guests into lodge boats and take the 15-minute boat ride up the river to the lodge.
Upon your arrival at the lodge, their staff will deliver guest luggage to their cabins, have a quick breakfast, assemble your gear, and get on the water for a full day of fishing.
JUNE 27-30, 4 Full Days of Fishing
4 full days of guided fishing for salmon and trout Each guide works with 2 anglers per boat (up to 4 if requested) in large aluminum fishing boats.
July 1, Depart Lodge
On your departure day, Togiak River Lodge guests will arrive back to Anchorage about noon via ACE Air Cargo (Weather Permitting). Guests depart from the lodge at roughly 7:00 – 7:30 am. The charter plane will Leave Togiak between 8:30 – 9:00 am. Flight time is appx. 1.5 hrs. We suggest not booking outgoing flights any earlier than 4:00 pm out of Anchorage in the event of weather related delays.
SPEY FISHING TIPS:
King Salmon (Chinook), are the first to make their way into the river, typically arriving by mid-June. You’ll target these powerful, chrome-bright fish using swung flies, with two-handed rods (not mandatory). Their aggressive takes on swung flies make for an exhilarating experience. The lower Togiak is an advanced spey anglers dream and our guests prefer two-handed rods during late June and early July. The Togiak is known for big deep runs with great holding waters for big Chinook. To maximize your chances of landing these mighty Kings, having the right gear is essential.
Here's what they recommend:
Rods: A two-handed rod in the 14-15 foot range is ideal for covering water and handling the strength of these fish.
Lines: Skagit heads are a must, with multi-density lines being particularly useful in varied water conditions.
Sink Tips: Bring a selection, including 10’ T11, 10’ T14, and 10’ T17 tips. MOW tips are also excellent choices for fine-tuning your presentation.
Leader Material: Maxima 20 lb. is our go-to, with 3-4 feet being the perfect length for a strong, effective setup.
Flies: Effective patterns include Prom Dress, Reverse Marabous, and Intruders. Stick to colors like black, pink, blue, and green to entice these aggressive fish.
Hooks: Use high quality, strong-wire octopus hooks in sizes 1 to 1/0 to handle the power of these incredible salmon.
With this setup, you'll be ready to take on the challenge of targeting King Salmon with confidence.
Fishing Package
RATES : $7,600 USD per person.
INCLUSIONS : Airfare to the lodge from Anchorage and back to Anchorage at the end of the trip, five days of guided fishing, USCG certified professional fishing guide, fishing rods, tackle & gear, three full meals plus snacks, fish processing, lodging, access to lodge WIFI, TV and lodge cell phones, complimentary 25- or 50-pound waxed fish boxes. Each guest can take a max of 50 pounds of fish depending on the season.
All fishing gear can be provided if needed, as well as all fish cleaning, processing, packaging and waders, boots or rain gear if needed. Also included in your fishing package is your round-trip airfare from Anchorage via a Raytheon Beech 1900C flown by ACE Air Cargo. This charter plane can take up to 14 people. Please limit your baggage weight to 50# plus a 10lb. carry-on. (Baggage weight over the limit may be assessed an additional charge)
EXCLUSIONS : Your non-residence Alaska fishing license (available online), airfare to Anchorage from your home, and gratuities.
TERMS & CONDITIONS: $1000 USD down to reserve the space. 50% Balance is due by December 1st, 2025. Remaining balance is due by April 1st, 2026.
DEPOSIT REFUND POLICY : They will offer a refund within 14 days of making your initial deposit. After that we do not offer any refunds but will apply the funds to a different time period. We highly recommend travel insurance to help mitigate the risk of not making your trip.
Our team of expert agents coordinate every last detail of your trip. Our full-service Airline Department can coordinate all of your travel logistics to/from Togiak River Lodge. For this hosted departure, please contact:
