Baranof Wilderness Lodge

Mike and Sally’s Baranof Wilderness Lodge has an incredibly high client return rate, which speaks volumes about their service, and experience.

The fishing at Baranof Lodge is tremendously varied, and includes fishing for the regions parade of salmon species both in local rivers and out of boats in the saltwater, sea-run dollies in the streams, rising cutthroats in local lakes and a collection of bottom-fish and halibut out in the bay itself.

In addition, Baranof offers a wonderfully varied program for non-anglers, including whale-watching, sea kayaking, beach-combing, crabbing and shrimping, and excellent hiking.

The lodge guides are talented, licensed, certified, and caring people who want your stay to be memorable. They take great pride in making your vacation the best it can possibly be. The accommodations are snug and comfortable, and the food fantastic, often reflecting the nearby bounty of the sea. Baranof is the single best Alaskan destination we are aware of for a family who wants to do some fishing, but also wants a variety of other activity options.

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Seasons

There is always great fishing (and wildlife viewing) to be had at Baranof Wilderness Lodge.

They are located right on a protected bay that serves as a freeway for tens of thousands of migrating salmon annually, beginning with kings in May and June, and progressing to chums, pinks and silvers later in the year. In addition to the highly effective trolling with conventional gear, during much of the year intrepid fly fishermen can hook up consistently casting flashy streamers to the edges of kelp beds, or off the mouths of tributary streams. As well, these same streams load up with chum and pink salmon in mid-summer, mingling with the hordes of sea-run dolly varden that spend most of the year there. There is also world-class halibut action available throughout the season, some of which is within sight of the dock! Many fish in excess of 100 pounds are landed annually, along with untold numbers in the 20-60 pound range. For those wanting to bring home some of the finest eating fish filets known to man, this is a great opportunity, as are the great variety and numbers of rockfish available (some of which can be caught on a fly).

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Getting There

On the day preceding your arrival into Baranof Lodge, you will need to make arrangements to overnight in the historically rich town of Juneau, in southeast Alaska.

There are typically a few flights a day into Sitka from Seattle - any one of them will work, depending on how much time you wish to spend exploring the town. Juneau is the capitol city of Alaska, and also depends on its tourist industry. There are many local sightseeing options, including glaciers and cultural/historical sites. There are good numbers of hotels and excellent eateries, as well.

Your bush flights to Warm Springs Bay will leave Ward Air in Juneau starting at 7:00 am on. Please show up at Ward Air at 6:30 am for check-in and load up.

It will take a couple flights to transport everyone to our lodge and sometimes flights might be slightly delayed due to weather. The Ward Air office is located next to the Alaska Airlines terminal. Many Juneau hotels offer a shuttle bus for ground transportation to and from the airport, and there are also local taxi cabs. If you should want to contact Ward Air, they can be reached at (907) 789-9150.

Typically, on departure from the lodge, you'll leave mid-afternoon, overnight in Sitka, and catch a connecting flight back out the next day to Seattle.

Lodging

The lodge itself is right on remote Warm Springs Bay, on the east side of Baranof Island.

The natural hot springs the bay is named after are actually near the lodge, and are a wonderful way to relax after a hard day a field, as is the hot tub located at the foot of a crystalline mountain freshet. Here you will also find the superior accommodations of the lodges spacious guest cabins and lodge. The elegantly furnished pine-paneled cabins each feature hot showers, baseboard heaters, toilet facilities, and 24 hour electricity from our own hydro-power plant. From the comfort of your room you will enjoy panoramic views of the bay and its marine life in the shadow of majestic mountains.

Fishing

Following a leisurely and filling breakfast in the lodge overlooking the bay, everyone will split up with their guides and make their respective short journeys to the fishing areas of their choice.

Some will go out in the lodge's beautifully-appointed ocean-going fishing boats to catch chrome-bright salmon, halibut, or the many varieties of bottom-fish, most of which are found within the protected confines of the local bay; others will take smaller boats to one of the many local streams, targeting fresh chum and pink salmon, and dolly varden with either fly rods or light spinning gear; still others can opt to take a short hike to beautiful local lakes to catch the gorgeously-marked cutthroat trout found there. As well, guests can choose to go out whale-watching, pull crab and shrimp traps, or use the lodge's sea kayaks to explore the local rugged coastline.

Rates

Baranof Wilderness Lodge typically books nearly a year in advance, due to their high rate of return clientele.

• 5 nights / 5 1/2 days fishing - $8,050.00 per person
• Optional lengths of stay are available, upon request and subject to availability

Inclusions:

Included in your angling package at the Baranof Wilderness Lodge is round-trip transportation between Sitka and Baranof, all lodging, boats and professional guide service with all top quality salt water equipment, gourmet meals and an impressive wine list, beer. Also includes all applicable municipal rents, user fees, and sales taxes. The transfer days are Monday and Saturday. You'll receive a tackle checklist and other detailed information along with your receipt for deposit that will assist you in gearing up for the trip. Fishing licenses are not included in the package price, but may be purchased at the lodge, upon arrival. The lodge has WiFi in the lodge and cabins, as well as very limited cell phone service.

Non-Inclusions:

Not included in your angling package at Baranof Wilderness Lodge are travel between your home and Sitka, Alaska, fishing licenses, and gratuities. Also, the State of Alaska and the City of Sitka have initiated a sales tax on sport fishing operations. As of 2019 the Sitka sales tax is 6% of the package rate. There is also a $20.50 per person Bed & Fish Box Tax. Neither of these are a part of your package rate, though both will be added to the billing documents sent to you. Both of these taxes are subject to change in the future.

Travel Insurance:

The Fly Shop® is not in the insurance business, but we recommend Travel Guard coverage as a service with a desire to see your best interests protected. It is impossible to know when an unfortunate situation (loss of luggage, fly rods, illness in the family, or an accident) may occur. However, such things can and do happen, and this insurance can provide a means of recourse against non-refundable financial losses.
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