Gakona Lodge & Trading Post, Est. 1904

Mile 2 - Tok Cutoff Rd., P.O. Box 285, Gakona, Alaska  99586    Phone:  907-822-3482

   

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Welcome History Reservations Fishing Rental Equipment Photo Gallery Links of Interest Things to Do Getting Here Contact Us Hier geht's zur Deutschen
   

 

   

What's New

Gakona Lodge Photos

See the multiple photo galleries available for viewing at the link above.  Check out our Fishing Packages on the "Fishing" link!
   

 

   

Quote of the Day!

"You should always go to other people's funerals, otherwise, they won't come to yours." - Yogi Berra
   

 

   

Scheduled Events

2013 Fishing Season


Gulkana River
Kings:  June 1 - July 19
Reds:  Running in August

Klutina River
Reds:  Running in June
Kings:  July 1 - August 10


Parties

Opening Season Community Fish Fry & Potluck:  May 25

1/2 Way to Christmas:  June 22

1/2 Way to New Years:  June 29

1/2 Way to 40 below!:  August 3

End of Season Community Wild Game Feed & Potluck:  September 14
 
  

 
   

Things to Do

We have put together a list of some interesting things to do up here in the Gakona area.  Feel free to ask us about these extra activities for your trip.

 

Water Fall in Prince William Sound Alaska... close to Valdez
  • Guided fishing provided here at the lodge or if you want to go on overnights or down to Valdez, there are many great guides we can hook you up with.
  • Rentals to do your own fishing here on the Gulkana River or at one of the many lakes in the area such as Tangle Lakes, Paxon Lake, Myers Lake or Summit Lake.  There are hiking trails and many great fishing holes around the lakes.
  • Copper River tours to see a part of the countryside not visible from the highway.
  • Flight seeing charters with bush pilots with a long history in Alaska.  These guys can spot wildlife that most of us would miss!
  • There are many turnouts along the highways for pictures and meditating while gazing at the beautiful Wrangell-St Elias Mountains.
  • In Glennallen, there is a wonderful wildlife museum with every Alaskan animal represented including a world record brown bear.  This is a truly great place to visit.
  • In Glennallen, there is also a walking trail with a map to guide you.  A nice place to spend a little time.
  • The Wrangell-St Elias Visitors Center is on the Richardson Highway as you go towards Valdez.  There are exhibits and lots of information on the history of this area.
  • South of here going to the only entrance into the park is a little town called Chitina.  It's a great place to do a little shopping and see some Copper River fish wheels or dip-netting.  You can even hike on some old trails.
  • On the way to Chitina, you may like to stop and see Liberty Falls and hike around the area.  There is also a nice picnic ground to enjoy your lunch.
  • Passing through  Chitina, you can proceed to McCarthy, a very old town at the end of the road.  From there you must visit Kennicott  Copper Mine.  This is an outstanding trip!  If you don't want to drive you can charter a small plane to take you back. You will not regret the time you spend at the incredible site.

Enjoy your time here!  It is one of God's most wonderful creations!