The Lodge at 58* North is a classy, intimate, and inviting full-service fly-out operation in the heart of Bristol Bay’s best fishing grounds. Located overlooking the Naknek River near King Salmon Alaska, the lodge caters to a maximum of eight guests who can choose from four- or six-day packages. Your hosts, Kate and Justin Crump, are top level guides with more than a decade of guiding experience in Alaska and exceptional hosts that make all their guests feel like family. With assistance of a DeHavilland Beaver, guests have access to the best waters in the greater Bristol Bay/Katmai region and can target a wide range of species including rainbow trout, char, grayling, pike, and multiple species of Pacific salmon. Their tasteful riverfront accommodations are complemented by a lovely modern main lodge building where meals of the highest quality are served.

The Lodge at 58* North runs a classic Alaskan fly-out fishing program. With the help of a DeHavilland Beaver, guests will fly out each day to the region’s best waters. The lodge fishes all the premier waters in the greater Bristol Bay/Katmai region, heading as far north as the Nushagak River for Kings and as far south as the Becharof region for large char. They offer both walk and wade fishing as well as boat-based fishing and the have a sought-after permit that enables guests to access the lower reaches of American Creek by jet boat. Anglers will fish two per guide and the beaver typically takes two trips out each day, with the lodge sometimes contracting additional planes on changeover days or on days when guests are headed to more-distant fisheries. Additionally, the lodge is located on the banks of the Naknek River which is a world-class trophy rainbow fishery. Early and late in the season, many guests will elect not to fly out and fish the home waters in hope of connecting with some of the state’s largest and strongest rainbows.

The Lodge at 58* North is a bright, fresh, modern take on the traditional Alaskan Lodge. Clean white walls adorned with tasteful images and artwork, large windows, and comfortable contemporary furnishings make this intimate eight-guest lodge a standout. Their recently purpose-built main lodge, with huge windows, sits atop a bluff overlooking the river with guest cabins scattered below.  The cabin accommodations are double occupancy with separated sleeping areas, nice common areas and all the needed amenities.

Head Chef Jason Brown and Sous Chef Luke Jourdan provide an exceptional culinary experience. Each morning, they prepare breakfast to order, with coffee, tea, and juice available. Lunch is served on the water daily with your guides and packed to your liking with fresh local ingredients, homemade bread, reusable water bottles, and snacks. Dinner starts with appetizers in the main lodge, with main courses to follow. The Lodge at 58* North serves various delicious meals each evening, including freshly caught salmon, locally sourced meats, fresh produce, and various sides. Meals are served in the main dining area where they provide Michelin-grade meals in an intimate and casual setting overlooking the river.

• Day 1: Arrive in Anchorage and overnight (independently arranged, not included).
• Day 2: Transfer to charter flight to King Salmon (included in package). Upon arrival in King Salmon, a lodge representative will be waiting and shuttle guests roughly 15 minutes by vehicle to the lodge. Once at the lodge, settle in and prepare your gear for the following day.
• Days 3– 7: Five full days of guided fishing with fly-outs specific to your package and prevailing weather conditions.
• Day 8: Final day of guided fishing, back to lodge to pack and depart back to ANC. Connect to late departing flight or overnight in ANC and depart in the AM

2024 Rates: Per person based on double occupancy.

• 6 night/6 day package: $14,999
• 5 night/5 day package: $12,250
• 5 night/4 day package: $10,500

Included: Transportation from Anchorage to the King Salmon Airport to the new lodge (up to $1200 value), cabin accommodation with private baths and daily housekeeping, fly outs, daily guided fishing 2:1 guest to guide ratio, locally sourced meals, and beverages to include wine and spirits, all fishing gear, rods, reels, flies and lure, taxes for the Borough and National Park and Wildlife Refuge services fees and taxes.

Not Included: Transportation to/from Anchorage, accommodations in Anchorage, waders, rubber soled boots, rain gear, personal items, fishing licenses and king stamp and gratuities

Species: Rainbow trout, Arctic char, grayling, five species of Pacific salmon, Dolly Varden

Season: June to September

Capacity: 8 anglers

What are the top reasons to go?

• Experience a top-quality, highly varietal, SW Alaska fly-out lodge with four- and six-day packages
• Enjoy a warm inclusive atmosphere created by owner-operators Kate & Justin Crump, both of whom are tenured Alaska fishing guides with more than a decade of experience
• Fish for a wide range of species on Bristol Bay’s and Katmai’s finest rivers and streams
• Enjoy a Michelin star dining experience in a casual, friendly eight-guest setting
• Experience tasteful modern riverfront accommodations and private charter flight from Anchorage

Who is best suited to this destination? This trip is suitable for anyone eight years old to eighty-eighty years old. Whether you dream of catching trophy rainbow trout, fresh salmon, brown bear viewing or beautiful float plane rides over Katmai National Park, this intimate, high-end product will deliver.

Where is the lodge? The lodge is located roughly 300 miles southwest of Anchorage in the Bristol Bay region of Alaska. This region is home to the 4.09-million-acre Katmai National Park and Preserve, the 1.2 million acre Becharof Wildlife Refuge, and the 1.6 million acre Wood-Tikchik State Park. From the King Salmon Airport, the lodge is a quick 15-minute drive. 

How do I get there? Guests will fly from Anchorage to King Salmon. Once in King Salmon a staff member will drive you to the lodge. We recommend that guests overnight in Anchorage the day before a trip begins and then connect to King Salmon the following day. Anglers can potentially fly all the way out to King Salmon in one day depending on their airport of origin.  

When should I go? In the region of Alaska each week of the season is slightly different. The season opens June 8 and closes around the middle of October. For the largest migratory rainbow trout June/July or September/October are great but August offers the best overall catch rates and more diversity of rainbow trout waters. King salmon fishing is best in June to mid-July and silver salmon fishing is best in August. With a long list of systems and species to target, opportunities are abundant throughout the season.

How will I fish? Guests will access the fishing grounds by float plane, jet boats and, at times, hiking. There’s no shortage of options and the lodge can customize the experience based on guest preference. Guests will fish two anglers per guide unless king salmon fishing on the Nushagak. On the “Nush” guests will fish four anglers per guide using conventional tackle on a large river boat. 

Guests will fish with a wide variety of tackle and techniques depending on the time of year and target species. Dry flies and mousing on small streams, two handed rods for huge rainbows and conventional fishing for king salmon could all come into play depending on your dates and preferences.

Is there wade fishing? Yes, there is as much or as little as guests would like. 

Where will I fish? The lodge sits on the banks of the Naknek River and flies out to the Nushagak, Katmai National Park & Brooks River, Becharof Wildlife Refuge, Kvichak River, the Alagnak, and a few other not-to-be-named locations. They also have a special -use permit to access the lower reaches of American Creek by jetboat.

How long does it take to reach the fishing grounds? The home waters are right at the doorstep and fly-out times range from 20 minutes to 1 hour. The lodge has one DeHavilland Beaver on floats and it will typically take two trips each morning and evening to get all guests to and from the fishing grounds. On change-over days and on days where guests will be flying to more-distant fisheries they will contact additional planes from Branch River Air, to maximize guests time on the water.

What type(s) of fish will I catch? Rainbow trout, Arctic char, Dolly Varden, grayling, king salmon, chum salmon, sockeye salmon, pink salmon, silver salmon and even northern pike and lake trout can be encountered at various times of the year.

How many fish will I catch? This certainly depends on the season, the immediate conditions, target species and skills. With that said, you will definitely catch fish. Sometimes a lot of them!

Will I see other anglers? Yes, Bristol Bay is home to many lodges and outfitters, however there are still some remote areas  where it is rare to see other anglers.

What are the guides like? The guides are seasoned professionals. They all have Coast Guard Captains licenses, First Aid and CPR training, and Inreach devices in the field for connecting with other team members, pilots, and emergency personnel. 

What are the physical demands? There are specific or required challenges outside of safely climbing in and out float planes and boats.

Are there any special skills required? No, guests of all experience levels are welcomed.  

Does the lodge provide equipment? The lodge provides most the gear needed for a successful fishing trip: rods, reels, lines, and flies or tackle, with the exception of waders and boots. The lodge does have a limited selection of loaner waders and boots but they must be reserved in advance of arrival.

What is your favorite setup for the trip? If you were only to have one rod, a solid seven-weight is a great choice.

What are the top flies? The lodge provides all the flies you will need during your stay, but you are welcome to bring your own. Fly water can help you narrow down what to bring based on your timing and target species.

What is a typical day like? A typical day starts between 6-8 AM with a delicious breakfast to order, as well as coffee, tea, and juice. After breakfast you will get specific departure time for you flight out to the days fishing, as the plane will typically make two trips to deliver all guests to the day’s fishing venue. Lunches are prepared daily using fresh ingredients from local produce and greens from the garden, and homemade bread baked daily. and sliced fresh. Guests meet their guides at the boats or at the plane between 7-9 am. Based on the unique daily adventure, you’ll be back at the lodge around 4-to 5-pm. Appetizers are at 6 pm, and dinner is served at 7 pm.

What is the general vibe, atmosphere and style of the lodge? The lodge is clean, simple, and classy while at the same time very casual and accommodating. They like to claim that it is the only place in the world where guests can show up to a Michelin star dinner in their pajamas. 

Is there an on-site owner, manager, or other point-person at the lodge? Kate and Justin Crump are your hosts and are supported by a small and wonderful guest services team. 

Where do we eat, and what are the meals like? Head Chef Jason Brown and Sous Chef Luke Jourdan provide an exceptional culinary experience. Each morning, they prepare breakfast to order, with coffee, tea, and juice available. Lunch is served on the water daily with your guides and packed to your liking with fresh local ingredients, homemade bread, reusable water bottles, and snacks. Dinner starts with appetizers in the main lodge, with main courses to follow. The Lodge at 58 North serves various delicious meals each evening, including freshly caught salmon, locally sourced meats, fresh produce, and various sides. Meals are served in the main dining area overlooking the river.

What is the alcohol policy? We have a variety of wines and spirits available and domestic beer options. Guests are welcome to bring their own as well.  

Where do we stay, and what are the accommodations like? The entire operation is modern, clean, and thoughtfully appointed. Their guest cabins feature custom artwork and photographs and grand windows with riverfront views of the stunning Naknek River. All cabins are double occupancy and have private baths, separate sleeping areas, comfortable lounge areas, and a personal coffee area. 

Cabin 1a & b (Quizzes):

• 2 Bedrooms / 2 Bathrooms
• Spacious lounge area
• 2 Queen beds + 2 Twins, all one level

Cabin 2a:

• 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom
• Cozy reading nook/daybed
• Comfortable Queen Bed

Cabin 2b:

• 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom
• Cozy reading nook/daybed
• Comfortable Queen Bed

Cabin 3a:

• 2 Bedrooms / 2 Bathrooms
• Relaxing lounge area
• Two Queen Beds, one on the main level and one in the loft

Is there internet and/or cell service? The lodge and cabins have excellent Starlink Wi-Fi and internet. The surrounding area does not have cell service; however, cell service at the lodge does work moderately well with T-Mobile. Wi-Fi calling will also work around our entire property. 

Are there other activities? The lodge offers various non-angling activities such as bear viewing, hiking, beachcombing, touring the Valley of Ten Thousand Smokes, birdwatching, and photography.

Are there any other expenses? Transportation from your home city to Anchorage, accommodations in Anchorage, if needed, waders and rain gear, fishing licenses and king tags, and gratuities 

Do I need a visa? No visa is required to enter Alaska. However, depending on your country of origin, they may require you to travel with a visa. 

Are there any health concerns, dangers or annoyances? While in Alaska guests need to be aware that brown bears are likely around. The guides and staff are well versed in how to fish around and be safe with bears. Katmai Park service offers a free bear class at Brooks Fall for any guest interested. Mosquitoes can be abundant in the early season. Additionally, there are risks associated with flying in small aircraft and boats.