Favorite Bay Lodge
There’s a reason it’s called Favorite Bay!
Welcome to Favorite Bay Sport Fishing Lodge on the placid waters of Southeast Alaska's Admiralty Island. Begin your Alaska fishing vacation with a journey back in time to an environment that is quite possibly the last frontier on earth. A scenic 40-minute flight by seaplane from Juneau to Angoon transports you to Admiralty Island where unparalleled saltwater fishing is within minutes of the Lodge.
Target five species of Pacific Salmon, monster Halibut, and a variety of Rockfish.
Picnicing under the canopy of the forest, or on the shore of a hidden lake makes for a memorable experience.
If a little R&R is what you need-the lodge is a perfect place for peace and quiet.
After a long day of outdoors,there is nothing better than the Great Indoors
All of our guides are Coast Guard certified and have their own large comfortable boats.
Travel by small boat to the mouth of native streams healthy with runs of Dolly Varden, Cutthroat and Steelhead Trout
Our location on Admiralty Island is well off the beaten track and therefore provides unparalleled saltwater fishing within minutes of the Lodge
Quite possibly the last frontier on earth
Take a full day guided trip into the most beautiful waterways of Southeast Alaska
Brownbear are the rulers of the land on Admiralty Island
The placid waters of Southeast Alaska's Admiralty Island
The lush green forest creates a magical backdrops while fishing
Paddle through fern covered grottos of crystal tidal water and view multi-colored anemone and starfish
The group of whales herds under the school of fish, releasing bubbles to confuse the fish and bunch them together.
We are located in one of those amazingly rare places in North America where humpback whales bubble net feed just minutes from the lodge, it is an experience you will never forget. Both the Discovery Channel and National Geographic have filmed her documenting this incredible sight. Killer whales and porpoises are also feeding in the area. Be sure to bring your camera!
Target five species of Pacific Salmon, monster Halibut, and a variety of Rockfish.
Five species of Wild Pacific Salmon, monster Halibut, and a fabulous variety of Rockfish make your adventure to Favorite Bay Lodge truly unforgettable. Local Coast Guard certified guides, each with their own large comfortable boat, have fished these waters all their lives and know the reason you are on-board.
All of our guides are Coast Guard certified and have their own large comfortable boats.
All bait, tackle and gear, including rubber boots, jackets and pants are provided, as well as a gourmet boxed lunch to enjoy while you are out catching the big one!
Freshwater Fishing
And for those who love the fresh water challenge -- You will travel by small boat to the mouth of native streams healthy with runs of Dolly Varden, Cutthroat and Steelhead Trout, as well as seasonal freshwater Salmon fishing.
The lush green forest creates a magical backdrops while fishing
You will fish these streams, all within minutes of the Lodge, from shore and kayak or canoe and follow them to hidden lakes. Experienced Native guides assist all levels of anglers with fly rod and ultra light spinning gear. Once back at the dock, Favorite Bay processes your fish for your trip home. Filleting, modern vacuum sealing, flash freezing and packaging in an insulated fish box are included in your Favorite Bay Lodge Sportfishing Adventure.
After a long day of outdoors,there is nothing better than the Great Indoors
And while your catch is processed, an individually-designed and creatively-appointed guest room awaits each guest’s return. These twelve guest rooms feature native cedar walls, lodge pole furnishings, elegant baths with soaking tubs and showers, handcrafted rugs, and simply the most comfortable bedding you have ever slept on. Wake up and enjoy views of the serene inland waters or watch the amazing sunsets as you drift off to sleep.
Dining at Favorite Bay is an experience unto its own.
Prepare your appetite to savor a gourmet fusion of Northwestern foods created in our Exhibition Kitchen by our Chef de la Cuisine. Guests quickly learn to save room for the famous desserts. Full American breakfasts made to order, hearty lunches and a hand-served, four-course gourmet dining experience nightly are only part of the reason that family and friends back home will envy your visit to Favorite Bay Lodge.
Take in the wildlife!
Whale Watching in Chatham Straits, Exploring the Tongass National Forest, Kayaking, and Pulling the Traps are only part of the wildlife activities for anglers and non-anglers alike.
So, go ahead. Find your primitive side in one of the most majestic places to visit in Alaska.There’s a reason it’s called Favorite Bay!
