Top Rated Fishing Charters in Fairbanks, Alaska

Q: Who are the best rated guides in Fairbanks?

Some of the best rated guides in Fairbanks are: The Alaska Catch RiverRise Fishing First Cast Fishing All Time Fishing Lost Boys Fishing Alaska Slammin Salmon Charters Scout Lake Adventures Jason’s Guide Service Driftwood Wilderness Lodge Blount Adventures Cruises

Q: What are the top fishing types in Fairbanks?

Some of the best trip types in Fairbanks are: Inshore Fishing River Fishing Offshore Fishing Backcountry Fishing Lakes/Reservoirs/Ponds Fishing

Q: What are the top species I can catch in Fairbanks?

Some of the top fish species you can catch in Fairbanks are: Arctic Char Arctic Grayling Atlantic Cod Atlantic Halibut Atlantic Salmon Barndoor Skate Black Rockfish Burbot Canary Rockfish Chinook Salmon

Q: Do I need experience to go on a Fishing Charter?

Absolutely not! Most charter captains welcome anglers of all skill levels and specialize in teaching beginners. Many charters are family-friendly and will teach basic fishing techniques, help with equipment, and ensure everyone has a great time. Let your captain know your experience level when booking so they can tailor the trip accordingly.

Fairbanks Fishing Charters(47 charters available)47 charters available

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Seward

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Customers praise Gabriel's salmon expertise and patient teaching with guaranteed catches

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8-20 Guests

4 Hours

5 Trips

Available in 5 Months

Starts from$370

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Kenai River

25 Yrs experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Live Bait • Good with New Anglers • Good with Large Groups • Good with Families • Freshwater Fishing • Fly Fishing • Drift Fishing

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Guests praise Robert's dedication - extending trips until everyone catches fish

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1-4 Guests

4-8 Hours

6 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$300

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Homer, AK, United States

10 Yrs experience • Master Guide • Nature / Wildlife Views • Good with Large Groups • Saltwater Fishing • Deep Sea Fishing

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Customers rave about Corey's fish-finding expertise and non-stop action on multiple species

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1-6 Guests

6-9 Hours

14 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$300

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Kodiak

13 Yrs experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Live Bait • Nature / Wildlife Views • Good with Large Groups

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Nick puts you on fish consistently - halibut, salmon limits daily with amazing wilderness experience

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1-6 Guests

1 Hour

7 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$1,390

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Fairbanks

29 Yrs experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Nature / Wildlife Views

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Praised for consistent limits and exceptional teaching on the Kenai River

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1-4 Guests

4-8 Hours

9 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$400

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Fairbanks

32 Yrs experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Good with New Anglers • Nature / Wildlife Views • Good with Large Groups • Good with Families • Freshwater Fishing

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Customers rave about consistent fish catches and expert guides who are great with kids

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3-4 Guests

4-8 Hours

14 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$800

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Fairbanks

25 Yrs experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Good with New Anglers • Good with Families • I Tie My Own Flies • Freshwater Fishing • Fly Fishing • Drift Fishing

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Praised for consistently finding fish when others struggle and exceptional Kenai River expertise

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1-4 Guests

4-8 Hours

2 Trips

Available in 5 Months

Starts from$200

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Fairbanks

34 Yrs experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Good with New Anglers • Good with Large Groups • Good with Families • Saltwater Fishing

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Guests praise knowledgeable captains who consistently deliver limits and exceptional service

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6-8 Guests

2-8 Hours

11 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$95

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Fairbanks

31 Yrs experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Good with New Anglers • Good with Large Groups • Good with Families • Saltwater Fishing

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Praised as the best sportfishing charter in Sitka with flawless operation and amazing catches

(10)

1-6 Guests

8 Hours

4 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$450

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Fairbanks

10 Yrs experience • Good with kids • Good with New Anglers • Nature / Wildlife Views • Good with Large Groups • Good with Families • Freshwater Fishing • Fly Fishing

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Guests rave about knowledgeable guides and phenomenal fishing experiences with impressive catches

(10)

1-30 Guests

4-8 Hours

4 Trips

Available in 4 Months

Starts from$430

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Fairbanks

35 Yrs experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Live Bait • Good with Large Groups • Good with Families • Saltwater Fishing • Deep Sea Fishing • Fly Fishing • Drift Fishing

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Guests praise expert captains who ensure catch limits and provide exceptional guidance

(10)

1-6 Guests

8-10 Hours

2 Trips

Available in 4 Months

Starts from$431

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Fairbanks

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Customers rave about Captain Mike's expertise and consistent limit catches of halibut and salmon

(10)

1-6 Guests

5-10 Hours

4 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$500

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Ratings & Reviews Summary in Fairbanks

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Fishing in Fairbanks, Alaska offers excellent fly fishing opportunities through scenic float trips that showcase the region's stunning green landscapes. Local waters provide productive fishing experiences where anglers can develop their skills while enjoying the natural beauty of Alaska's interior wilderness areas. Guides excel at making fly fishing accessible to complete beginners through patient instruction and hands-on teaching approaches. The combination of successful fishing and breathtaking scenery creates memorable experiences that keep anglers returning for future adventures in this remarkable destination.

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Fairbanks

5 / 5

Based on 336 reviews by Guidesly users

Carol

July 7, 2025

Trip taken July 6, 2025

River, AM - 6 hrs Trip

61.8°F

6:00 AM - 12:00 PM

2 Guests

Nate was a great guide, was very helpful with us beginners on fly fishing! Made the trip very enjoyable and would recommend whole heartedly!

Guide Nate Rogers

Replied on July 10, 2025

Carol Sherrod, Thank you! You folks were awesome. Looking forward to our next trip.

Kenai River

21 Yrs experience • Good with kids • Good with New Anglers • Good with Large Groups • Good with Families • Saltwater Fishing • Freshwater Fishing

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Praised for excellent fly fishing instruction and making trips enjoyable for beginners

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1-4 Guests

4-6 Hours

3 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$175

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Dmitry M

January 12, 2025

1 Guest

My son, a big fishing enthusiast, discovered this place in Fairbanks, Alaska, during our Christmas vacation. We were pleasantly surprised—this is not just fishing; it’s a whole new experience. • Comfort and Warmth: Fishing takes place in a specially equipped RV with a stove, making it cozy and warm. You feel at home, but with an ice fishing hole right in the floor. • Modern Technology: Each fishing hole is equipped with a large screen and cameras showing real-time underwater footage. You can see your hook, the bottom, and the fish—it’s absolutely fascinating! • Perfect for Kids and Beginners: Watching how fish react to different baits and techniques makes the experience both educational and exciting. You can experiment and immediately see what works and what doesn’t. The host is incredibly attentive, offering hot drinks, hot dogs, and even cooking your catch with rice breading and vegetables. While this may not replace classic fishing, I highly recommend it to everyone—professionals, beginners, and even skeptics. It’s especially great for families!

Fairbanks

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Guests rave about Jim's unique heated ice fishing setup and incredible catches

(10)

1-8 Guests

4 Hours

2 Trips

Available in 2 Months

Starts from$160

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Todd T

September 27, 2024

1 Guest

Parker and his team were fantastic! They guided us straight to incredible wildlife sightings, including a mother humpback whale and her calf. Highly recommended!

Fairbanks

14 Yrs experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Technical Fishing • Nature / Wildlife Views • Good with Families • Saltwater Fishing

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Guests rave about Parker's passion for wildlife and personalized tours that exceed expectations

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6-8 Guests

2-8 Hours

2 Trips

Available This Week

Starts from$175

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Beverly Sorenson

August 13, 2024

1 Guest

We booked a charter with Hunter to fish for Sockeye Salmon on the beautiful Kenai River. He understands the river, the skill level of those fishing and provides thoughtful suggestions that resulted in more "fish on" until we caught our limit. Thank you Hunter, what an incredible experience!

Sterling, AK, United States

10 Yrs experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Technical Fishing • Live Bait • Good with New Anglers • Good with Large Groups • Good with Families • Saltwater Fishing • Bass Fishing • Freshwater Fishing

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Praised for patient guidance and incredible success with salmon and trout catches

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1-3 Guests

4-8 Hours

6 Trips

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Starts from$550

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Erin N

August 9, 2024

1 Guest

I went out with Nate and tried a completely new fishing style. He was incredibly patient, knowledgeable, and kind throughout the trip. I highly recommend this experience and definitely plan to fish with him again in the future!

Fairbanks

15 Yrs experience

Guest Reviews Say:

Guests love the knowledgeable guides and consistently limit out on salmon in under two hours

(10)

1-8 Guests

4-8 Hours

4 Trips

Available in 4 Months

Starts from$400

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Fishing Charters in Fairbanks, Alaska

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Fairbanks Fishing Charters(47 charters available)47 charters available

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Top Species

Arctic Char

Arctic Grayling

Atlantic Cod

Atlantic Halibut

Atlantic Salmon

Barndoor Skate

Black Rockfish

Burbot

Canary Rockfish

Chinook Salmon

Chum Salmon

Coho Salmon

Dolly Varden

Lake Trout

Lingcod

Northern Pike

Pacific Cod

Pacific Halibut

Pacific Ocean Perch

Permit

Pink Salmon

Rainbow Trout

Red Irish Lord

Sockeye Salmon

Steelhead Trout

Summer Flounder

Vermilion Rockfish

Yellowcheek Wrasse

Yelloweye Rockfish

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Who are the best rated guides in Fairbanks?

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