ABOUT THE FISHING
FISHING: Nowhere else in the world are there more runs of Salmon than in Bristol Bay, Alaska. The Togiak River is the westernmost tributary to Bristol Bay and over the course of four months literally hundreds of thousands of Pacific Salmon of five species will return to spawn here. This amazing phenomenon is the food base for 7 species of fresh water fish: Rainbow Trout, Dolly Varden, Arctic Char, and Northern Pike are found throughout the river system, Arctic Grayling are found in the upper reaches of the tributaries, while Lake Trout, well, they're in the Lake.
The Togiak River is short by Alaska standards, approx. 70 miles from the outlet of Togiak Lake to Bristol Bay. Our camp is 20 miles upriver from Bristol Bay and in a week's time at TRFA, you may find yourself fishing for Salmon on the incoming tide in the lower part of the river one day, to fishing one of the many gin clear smaller tributaries for Dollies and Rainbows on another day. Though we are a fixed base operation, our location offers quite a variety of fishing opportunities, and your angling pursuits are determined by your preferences.
Strong runs of King Salmon averaging 25-40 pounds in June and July offer an abundance and quality to delight even seasoned anglers.
The acrobatic Silver Salmon consistently average 12-14 pounds and can go to 20 pounds, providing a very exciting fishery from August through September.
Chum, Sockeye, and Pink Salmon, are extremely fun to catch on a variety of tackle, even the dry fly! These salmon arrive from mid-June through August.
Dolly Varden are abundant in the Togiak and combined with the more elusive, but large, Rainbow Trout, provide variety all season long for our anglers.
Whether you prefer fly fishing or spin fishing, back trolling, drift fishing, or wading from the banks and gravel bars, our guides understand that your satisfaction is the goal and will go out of their way to fulfill your expectations.
FISHING TECHNIQUES: The Togiak River is large enough to support substantial runs of salmon and small enough to be easy to read and pick apart the fishing holes and runs. Over the course of the season we utilize all the freshwater light tackle fishing techniques. Back Trolling plugs such as Luhr Jensen Kwikfish (K-15's in a variety of colors, with sardine or anchovy wraps), as well as Back Bouncing bait are productive methods for Kings. Bobber and Jig is popular for all Salmon Species, as well as Boondoggling, and Casting Spoons. The Togiak River and its tributaries lend themselves well to Fly Fishing.
On confirmation of your booking with Togiak River Fishing Adventures, you will be sent a what to bring list, that covers tackle, clothing, etc.