Wilderness Place Lodge is conveniently located about 35 minutes by float plane from Anchorage, at the scenic confluence of Lake Creek and the glacial Yentna River.

Lake Creek is one of the most fertile streams in all of Alaska, with strong runs of all Pacific salmon, along with native grayling, and rainbow trout. Wilderness Place Lodge offers anglers a unique fly fishing program based on flexibility, guest preferences, and incomparable Alaskan hospitality. Depending on the time of year, guests may target any or all species of Alaskan sportfish, from the mighty king salmon, to plentiful silver salmon, to the ever-sporty rainbow trout.

Within such close proximity to Anchorage, the simplicity of getting to Wilderness Place Lodge should be of interest to dedicated, hardcore fly anglers, as well as to those interested in adding a fishing side-trip to a broader Alaska vacation. Wilderness Place also welcomes trips of any length, corporate trips and couple’s trips. Proximity to Anchorage also means that with minimal flying involved it is priced moderately compared to Alaska’s more far flung destinations. Flying a shorter distance from Anchorage also guarantees less travel time and more fishing time.

Anglers are accommodated in deluxe, 2-4 person occupancy cabins with en suite baths. All meals, guided fishing, and fishing equipment is included in the package price. Meals are first rate, with three Cordon Bleu trained chefs on staff. The fishing day is molded around each angler’s specific interests, with quick and easy access to the nearby fishing waters via jet-boat. Their home river is ideal for wade fishermen of all abilities.

Maximum capacity at Wilderness Place Lodge is a modest 16 anglers.