Because silver salmon often congregate and travel through estuaries in large numbers, they can successfully be caught in these environments. Flying out on a float plane to a secluded bay or river inlet is what many silver salmon fans yearn for. Seeing the sky dotted with air taxis heading across Cook Inlet is a common sight come September, when Alaska silver fishing is at its best. It’s an experience worth living, and has personally resulted in some phenomenal fishing days I’ll never forget. Yes, it’s still possible to fly to remote places and land and release upwards of 100 coho a day, if your timing is right and your skills proficient.
No other salmon attracts more people to the Last Frontier as does the silver salmon. If looking to experience Alaska salmon fishing at its finest, plan your trip around the run timings and you won’t be disappointed.
Note: Signed copies of Scott Haugen’s popular book, A Flyfisher’s Guide To Alaska, can be obtained by sending $38.00 (includes S&H) to Haugen Enterprises, P.O. Box 275, Walterville, OR 97489. The 455 page work is one of the most complete travel guides ever written for anglers heading to Alaska, no matter what gear you’re fishing with. It can also be ordered at www.scotthaugen.com.