Copper River Excursions

Enjoy a half-day of fishing for famous Alaska salmon. This is world-class fishing for King and/or red salmon in the pristine rivers of the Copper Valley. Float the scenic tributaries of the famous Copper River and fish from the riverbanks under the watchful eye of professional fishing guides.

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Special Note

Minimum age is 12. Maximum weight is 300 lbs. Fishing licenses are required for anyone 16 years of age or older. Licenses are not available for purchase at the lodge and must be purchased online (Click here) prior to arrival. A King Salmon stamp will be required during King season at an additional charge which is also purchased online (see above hyperlink). Tour is not suitable for pregnant guests. Dress in warm layers. Bring your sunglasses, hat and camera. This tour accommodates both novice and experienced anglers. You will be fishing from shore and footing is uneven and can be slippery. You must be able to hike short distances over uneven terrain. King Salmon run from June through early August. Sockeye can also be found in both rivers late June through August. For an additional charge, your fish can be processed, frozen and shipped. Due to changing fishing conditions, tour departure times may be changed at tour operator’s discretion. Certain locations require a $20 land use permit to access fishing on Ahtna owned land. Ahtna is one of 13 Alaska Native Regional Corporations, and the permit helps support important programs to help maintain the lands for enjoyment by current and future generations. Please check with your fishing guide to find out if a permit will be required and can be purchased at: https://www.ahtna.com/lands/permits/

HOW TO BOOK

An array of optional excursions are available at the Copper River Princess Wilderness Lodge. To add an activity to your stay, please visit the Tour desk at Copper River Princess Wilderness Lodge.

CANCELLATION POLICY

Alaska Land Excursions, purchased through the Cruise Personalizer, may be cancelled up to three days prior to travel without any cancellation fees. Land Excursions cancelled prior to the cancellation deadline will be refunded to the credit card that you provided in the Cruise Personalizer to purchase your tours. Excursions cancelled within three (3) days prior travel are subject to a 100% cancellation fee, unless the operator, at their sole discretion, is unable to operate the program due to unforeseen circumstances. All sales of tours booked while on your land tour are considered final at the time of purchase and are 100% non-refundable except in the case of an operator approved cancellation.