Goodnews River Lodge is located on the western slope of Alaska, between the Togiak National Wildlife Refuge and the coast of the Bering Sea. Over 400 miles from the nearest paved road, this 175 mile long wild river is among the finest in all Alaska and is one the state's two most remote, diverse, and prolific fisheries. The Goodnews offers outstanding Rainbow Trout fishing as well as abundant numbers of all five of the species of Pacific Salmon (depending on what time of the season that you choose). Additionally, Arctic Char, Dolly Varden, and Grayling are available every day of the season. The Goodnews is a fisherman's dream come true, and is generally regarded as Alaska's most remote trout, salmon, and wildlife sanctuary.

One of the real advantages of the camp is that it is located right on the river itself. The main tent/lodge complex is just above tidewater on the main branch of the river, offering immediate access to prime fishing areas in all 3 branches. Fast jet boats can get you to any of the fishing spots in just minutes. Or, in just an hour or two, the lodge can jet you upriver to one of the many ideal starting points for GRL float trips that range from a single day to a full week. Diversity and flexibility are just a few of the keys to the fishing program at GRL. Your fishing is limited only by the amount of energy that you can muster.

Mobility is one of the other keys to Goodnews River Lodge's success as an Alaska wilderness camp. With two 23-foot inboard jet Duckworths, five skiffs fitted with outboard jet units, and a drift boat, the camp is able to let you fish anywhere in the entire river system in a given day. It's your choice each morning: Salmon in tidewater, Char and Dolly Vardens in the tributaries, stalking Rainbows with spun-hair mouse (lemming) patterns, or slinging leeches, muddlers, and roe imitations at the 'Bows, Char and trophy-sized Grayling. And if that is not enough, good fishing is literally a stones throw away from your cabin door.

Although the emphasis is where it should be, on the fishing, Goodnews River Lodge believes in comfort, relaxation, with plenty of great Alaskan hospitality and lots of smiles! This is Alaskan fishing the way that it should be.... a remote river, and a comfortable camp. Top quality guides, and first-rate equipment are combined by a veteran operator to make the Goodnews River live up to its name for each and every one of its guests.

Goodnews River Lodge's professional chef is dedicated to providing outstanding hearty fare with delicious appetizers, piping hot homemade breads, the freshest fruits and vegetables, choice entrees, and mouth-watering desserts. Hot coffee is always available, along with a plate of homemade cookies.

In a nutshell, this is a spectacular camp with many of the amenities of the most luxurious fixed lodges, yet located in a stream side environment only inches from some of the finest fishing in Alaska. Goodnews River Lodge is one of the most popular wilderness camps in Alaska; advance reservations are a must.

Lodging: The camp is a very comfortable all-tent facility, raised on wood decks, only a few yards from the river's bank. It is one of the best planned operations in the Alaskan bush, complete with central gathering hall, commercial kitchen, shower and bath area, drying room, guest and staff lodging, and maintenance facility. Each tent cabin comfortably accommodates two anglers. An individual porch on each cabin offers quiet time for reflection amongst the trees, tundra, and endless sky above. Cabins are well appointed, featuring electric and gas lighting, thermostatically controlled propane heat, beds with flannel sheets and warm comforters, chamber pots, carpeted floors, and plenty of storage shelves and hooks for laying out gear.

Travel Arrangements: You will take a charter flight to the lodge from Anchorage.

Length of Stay: Saturday to Saturday.

Occupancy: Good News River Lodge is able to host 20 anglers.

Rates:
$5,450.00 per angler (Saturday - Saturday) June 21-29
$6,250.00 per angler (Saturday - Saturday) June 29- July 05
$6,250.00 per angler (Saturday - Saturday) July 05-12
$4,850.00 per angler (Saturday - Saturday) July 12-19
$4,850.00 per angler (Saturday - Saturday) July 19-26
$4,850.00 per angler (Saturday - Saturday) July 26-August 02
$5,950.00 per angler (Saturday - Saturday) August 02-09
$6,250.00 per angler (Saturday - Saturday) August 09-16
$6,250.00 per angler (Saturday - Saturday) August 16-23
$6,250.00 per angler (Saturday - Saturday) August 23-30
$6,250.00 per angler (Saturday - Saturday) August 30- September 6
$4,850.00 per angler (Saturday - Saturday) September 06-13

Inclusions: The rate includes: Round trip charter from Anchorage to the camp, deluxe tent accommodations, meals, amenities, daily fishing trips away from camp, guides, lures and flies, terminal tackle, boat service, a package of vacuum-packed smoked salmon.

Non-Inclusions: This rate does not include: Personal gear, gratuities, or fishing license.

Deposit: A 50 percent deposit is due to secure a reservation.

 

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