The lodge has a fleet of Kayaks and our back bay and the rest of Lake Aleknagik is a great place to take them out on your own and explore! And perhaps find a pike or two and catch them from the Kayak! Or just simply paddle your way along the coast line for miles and miles if you so choose.
What our customers say...
Jerome Curran
Need to see posts of clients pictures and your pictures of the current fish harvested everyother week for the season! !!
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Jerome Curran
Need to see posts of clients pictures and your pictures of the current fish harvested everyother week for the season! !!
James H
This was my wife's and my second visit to Bear Claw Lodge on Lake Aleknagik near Dillingham Alaska. …
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James H
This was my wife's and my second visit to Bear Claw Lodge on Lake Aleknagik near Dillingham Alaska. …
Jason West
Trip of a Lifetime at Alaska’s Bear Claw Lodge I took my family of six, my nephew, and three friends to Bear Claw Lodge in August 2025, and it was truly the trip of a lifetime. Every single one of us caught trophy rainbows, arctic char, graylings, and salmon—day after day of unbelievable fishing. The fly fishing was world-class, the guides were top-notch, and the food was absolutely fantastic.
I’ve fished all over—Rocky Mountains (my home base near Yellowstone, Montana, Utah, and Wyoming), seven trips to Alaska, Canada, Mexico, deep sea off California, and even Brazil for peacock bass in the Amazon—and I can honestly say this ranks among the very best experiences anywhere.
The fishing, lodging, guiding, and meals were all five-star quality. The entire experience was delightful from start to finish. If you’re thinking about fishing Alaska, stop thinking and just book it. You want to go here. I absolutely will be returning.
I’ve fished all over—Rocky Mountains (my home base near Yellowstone, Montana, Utah, and Wyoming), seven trips to Alaska, Canada, Mexico, deep sea off California, and even Brazil for peacock bass in the Amazon—and I can honestly say this ranks among the very best experiences anywhere.
The fishing, lodging, guiding, and meals were all five-star quality. The entire experience was delightful from start to finish. If you’re thinking about fishing Alaska, stop thinking and just book it. You want to go here. I absolutely will be returning.
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Jason West
Trip of a Lifetime at Alaska’s Bear Claw Lodge I took my family of six, my nephew, and three friends to Bear Claw Lodge in August 2025, and it was truly the trip of a lifetime. Every single one of us caught trophy rainbows, arctic char, graylings, and salmon—day after day of unbelievable fishing. The fly fishing was world-class, the guides were top-notch, and the food was absolutely fantastic.
I’ve fished all over—Rocky Mountains (my home base near Yellowstone, Montana, Utah, and Wyoming), seven trips to Alaska, Canada, Mexico, deep sea off California, and even Brazil for peacock bass in the Amazon—and I can honestly say this ranks among the very best experiences anywhere.
The fishing, lodging, guiding, and meals were all five-star quality. The entire experience was delightful from start to finish. If you’re thinking about fishing Alaska, stop thinking and just book it. You want to go here. I absolutely will be returning.
I’ve fished all over—Rocky Mountains (my home base near Yellowstone, Montana, Utah, and Wyoming), seven trips to Alaska, Canada, Mexico, deep sea off California, and even Brazil for peacock bass in the Amazon—and I can honestly say this ranks among the very best experiences anywhere.
The fishing, lodging, guiding, and meals were all five-star quality. The entire experience was delightful from start to finish. If you’re thinking about fishing Alaska, stop thinking and just book it. You want to go here. I absolutely will be returning.
James595
Fantastic Fishing My wife, a nature photographer, and I, an avid fly fisherman, visited Bear Claw Lodge in early September after meeting the owners, Rob and Lisa Fuentes, at the Safari Club International annual meeting in Houston, Texas, in 2010. They made all the arrangements for us, including our air travel from Anchorage to Dillingham on Penair, where we were met by two guides from the lodge for the van and boat trip to the lodge on Lake Aleknagik just inland from Bristol Bay in SW Alaska. The lodge has spectacular views across the lake, a comfortable lounge and dining room. Our room at the top of the stairs was spacious and next to the bathroom.
Although the lodge was in the process of closing during our stay, we were made to feel right at home by Rob, his staff of six guides, and the cooks. The meals were hearty and delicious - just the thing after a day in the field. The fishing was more than I could have wished for. I drift fished the Alekinak River that runs into the Lake and waded Sunshine Creek at the far end of the Lake. In addition to rainbow trout, which I had caught before in the Lower 48, I caught my first grayling, arctic char, Dolly Varden, sockeye, and silver salmon during my three day stay. My wife had plenty of opportunities to photograph eagles and the spectacular landscapes around the lake. Due to it being late in the season, there were few bears around - which was OK with me as a fisherman.
By the time we left, we felt like we were old friends with the staff. This was a highlight of our trip to Alaska.
Although the lodge was in the process of closing during our stay, we were made to feel right at home by Rob, his staff of six guides, and the cooks. The meals were hearty and delicious - just the thing after a day in the field. The fishing was more than I could have wished for. I drift fished the Alekinak River that runs into the Lake and waded Sunshine Creek at the far end of the Lake. In addition to rainbow trout, which I had caught before in the Lower 48, I caught my first grayling, arctic char, Dolly Varden, sockeye, and silver salmon during my three day stay. My wife had plenty of opportunities to photograph eagles and the spectacular landscapes around the lake. Due to it being late in the season, there were few bears around - which was OK with me as a fisherman.
By the time we left, we felt like we were old friends with the staff. This was a highlight of our trip to Alaska.
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James595
Fantastic Fishing My wife, a nature photographer, and I, an avid fly fisherman, visited Bear Claw Lodge in early September after meeting the owners, Rob and Lisa Fuentes, at the Safari Club International annual meeting in Houston, Texas, in 2010. They made all the arrangements for us, including our air travel from Anchorage to Dillingham on Penair, where we were met by two guides from the lodge for the van and boat trip to the lodge on Lake Aleknagik just inland from Bristol Bay in SW Alaska. The lodge has spectacular views across the lake, a comfortable lounge and dining room. Our room at the top of the stairs was spacious and next to the bathroom.
Although the lodge was in the process of closing during our stay, we were made to feel right at home by Rob, his staff of six guides, and the cooks. The meals were hearty and delicious - just the thing after a day in the field. The fishing was more than I could have wished for. I drift fished the Alekinak River that runs into the Lake and waded Sunshine Creek at the far end of the Lake. In addition to rainbow trout, which I had caught before in the Lower 48, I caught my first grayling, arctic char, Dolly Varden, sockeye, and silver salmon during my three day stay. My wife had plenty of opportunities to photograph eagles and the spectacular landscapes around the lake. Due to it being late in the season, there were few bears around - which was OK with me as a fisherman.
By the time we left, we felt like we were old friends with the staff. This was a highlight of our trip to Alaska.
Although the lodge was in the process of closing during our stay, we were made to feel right at home by Rob, his staff of six guides, and the cooks. The meals were hearty and delicious - just the thing after a day in the field. The fishing was more than I could have wished for. I drift fished the Alekinak River that runs into the Lake and waded Sunshine Creek at the far end of the Lake. In addition to rainbow trout, which I had caught before in the Lower 48, I caught my first grayling, arctic char, Dolly Varden, sockeye, and silver salmon during my three day stay. My wife had plenty of opportunities to photograph eagles and the spectacular landscapes around the lake. Due to it being late in the season, there were few bears around - which was OK with me as a fisherman.
By the time we left, we felt like we were old friends with the staff. This was a highlight of our trip to Alaska.
Toyokatsu Nishino
I have been four times all the way from Japan taking over 18 hours with long distance international flight and long layover time at Anchorage waiting Penair.
(Better to take Alaskan once a day jet flight to Dillingham)
But, It is worth going multiple times, since you can catch almost all species in freshwater in AK.
I trust the best time to visit is either early July for King and Sockeye or Mid August for Silver. But,Its not too bad to achieve grandslam of salmon in end of July.
The lodge located beside beautiful lake, you can enjoy great scenery on fine day.
Owner Rob and his wife Lisa are taking care of me recommending bear or wine after fishing.
I am keeping in touch with some of friendly fishing guides even now.
Most of the gears providing including wading gear, but no double hand or switch rod, recommend you to bring your own if you need.
(Better to take Alaskan once a day jet flight to Dillingham)
But, It is worth going multiple times, since you can catch almost all species in freshwater in AK.
I trust the best time to visit is either early July for King and Sockeye or Mid August for Silver. But,Its not too bad to achieve grandslam of salmon in end of July.
The lodge located beside beautiful lake, you can enjoy great scenery on fine day.
Owner Rob and his wife Lisa are taking care of me recommending bear or wine after fishing.
I am keeping in touch with some of friendly fishing guides even now.
Most of the gears providing including wading gear, but no double hand or switch rod, recommend you to bring your own if you need.
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Toyokatsu Nishino
I have been four times all the way from Japan taking over 18 hours with long distance international flight and long layover time at Anchorage waiting Penair.
(Better to take Alaskan once a day jet flight to Dillingham)
But, It is worth going multiple times, since you can catch almost all species in freshwater in AK.
I trust the best time to visit is either early July for King and Sockeye or Mid August for Silver. But,Its not too bad to achieve grandslam of salmon in end of July.
The lodge located beside beautiful lake, you can enjoy great scenery on fine day.
Owner Rob and his wife Lisa are taking care of me recommending bear or wine after fishing.
I am keeping in touch with some of friendly fishing guides even now.
Most of the gears providing including wading gear, but no double hand or switch rod, recommend you to bring your own if you need.
(Better to take Alaskan once a day jet flight to Dillingham)
But, It is worth going multiple times, since you can catch almost all species in freshwater in AK.
I trust the best time to visit is either early July for King and Sockeye or Mid August for Silver. But,Its not too bad to achieve grandslam of salmon in end of July.
The lodge located beside beautiful lake, you can enjoy great scenery on fine day.
Owner Rob and his wife Lisa are taking care of me recommending bear or wine after fishing.
I am keeping in touch with some of friendly fishing guides even now.
Most of the gears providing including wading gear, but no double hand or switch rod, recommend you to bring your own if you need.
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