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| Marine and freshwater sport fishing opportunities abound. Roadside salmon fishing opportunities exist near most towns and cities. Southeast Alaska's steelhead, king and coho salmon angling are world-renowned. One of our better known rivers, the Situk, is in Yakutat at the northern end of the region. It has the states largest run of steelhead, all five species of Pacific Salmon, rainbow, cutthroat trout, and Dolly Varden.
Services: Full services and established charter boat and guide services are available in population centers. Air charter services provide excellent access to remote areas. There are U.S. Forest Service cabins throughout the region. Information on cabin rentals is available from US Forest Service Information Centers. Weather/What to wear: Over 90 inches of rain falls on Southeast-Yakutat annually. Summer temperatures average 65°F. Waterproof jackets and pants are recommended. Wear layers of light clothing for warmth. Bug dope should be considered a necessity for any fishing trip to Southeast Alaska. |
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