Everyone In Alaska Must Check Out These 11 Fly Fishing Spots

We all know that the best fishing is found in Alaska. But it's not just the huge runs of salmon that make us the fishing capitol of the world, it's the many feeder creeks, the countless wild lakes, and fish-filled rivers that offer a something for every angler. If you want to try your hand at fly fishing, or maybe you're an old pro, there are some places that are too hot to miss. These fly fishing locations are from all around the state so find the nearest one to you and check it out!

1. Montana Creek | Juneau

Montana Creek is just outside of Juneau and offers some great fly fishing opportunities. The best part about this creek is it can be easily reached from Juneau... Just hop on Montana Creek Road and stop anywhere along the highway if you see a prime fishing spot or killer bend.

2. Tangle Lakes | Interior

These lakes form at the headwaters for the Delta River and offer a very relaxing and peaceful place to escape for some seriously awesome fly fishing.

3. Wilderness Lake | Nenana

Wilderness Lake is far east from Nenana and requires to be flown in but trust me, it's worth the hassle. Plan a trip for a week so you can camp and fish without another angler disturbing your peace.

4. Currin Slough | Eyak

Just off the Copper River Highway leading East to Cordova are several creeks and feeder stream that flow into Eyak Lake. These waters are great for fly fishing and wading the banks.

5. Gulkana River | Gakona Junction

Head north on Richardson Highway after you pass through the junction and you'll see a trail head to your left that leads down to the Gulkana River. You can spend days fishing the clear waters of this river.

6. Gastineau Channel | Juneau

I know it looks cold and miserable in this picture, but the Gastineau Channel is a great place for all sorts of fly fishing. Make sure you dress warm and have your gear ready, because once you start you won't want to stop.

7. Lost Cabin Lake | Seward

It's hard not to repeat myself here, but don't underestimate the still waters of Alaska. They can often be a fly anglers best friend. With thousands of wild lakes, there are days and weeks worth of fishing only a float plane, car ride, or slightly long hike away.

8. Kanektok River | Quinhagak

For some big rainbows you ought to plan a trip or two out to Kanektok River this year. The fly fishing will keep you up late with the midnight sun, refusing to leave the water.

9. Dobson Landing | St. Terese

Trout, salmon, greyling, you name it, you can fly fish for it here. This is a great place to cast for an hour or two if you're headed down Glacier Highway on a road trip.

10. Willow Creek & Montana Creek | Eagle River

These two creeks are a little closer to town but still offer superb fly fishing.

11. Naknek River | Katmai National Park

This river looks like a dream to fish, doesn't it? Well that's because it is! Not to mention that all the rivers flowing near the Bristol Bay Watershed are perfect for some amazing fly fishing trips.

Know of any other pristine fly fishing locations in Alaska? If so, we really want to know so we can maybe get a part II to this post for the Alaskan anglers out there!