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FAMILY-FRIENDLY ALASKA FISHING VACATIONS AT SOLDOTNA B&B

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It might not seem like it at the moment, but we’re quickly approaching the upcoming spring fishing season here at Soldotna B&B Lodge, the premier family-friendly Alaska fishing lodge. We’re conveniently located on the world-famous Kenai River in the heart of Soldotna, giving us ideal access to some of the best salmon fishing in North America. But, of course, we’re also a short trip from the vast Cook Inlet, home to seemingly endless halibut and freshwater king salmon adventures. Our family-owned business was built upon providing families of all sizes with exciting, beautiful, and safe Alaska fishing trips. Our professional guides are experienced, patient, and charismatic – your entire family will be treated like royalty!

A Springtime Alaska Fishing Trip

There’s arguably no better fishing season than mid-to-late spring when the first king salmon run arrives in the turquoise Kenai River. We’re obviously very busy during the first king salmon run, but we always maintain a strict angler-to-guide ratio for everyone’s enjoyment. The Kenai River is the perfect place for your children to learn the tricks of the trade and to catch that first behemoth! There’s never an off-season for halibut fishing here at our riverfront Alaska fishing lodge. Most of our halibut fishing excursions depart from nearby Homer, a quintessential Kenai Peninsula harbor town known as the “halibut capital of the world.” Catch bucket-list “barn-doors,” delicious rockfish, or saltwater king salmon during your memorable fishing charter.

Premier Alaska Fishing Packages

Browse through our fully-customizable fishing and adventure packages before giving us a call – there’s something for everyone here at Soldotna B&B Lodge. While we highly encourage families to stick together during your stay here in Soldotna, we understand that bear viewing, whale watching, and glacier viewing excursions are hard to pass up. Some family members will want to battle trophy king salmon while others wish to cruise through Kenai Fjords National Park, and that’s perfectly fine!

Family-Friendly Alaska Fishing Lodge

Soldotna B&B Lodge, unlike most other Alaska fishing lodges, is a four-season family getaway. Some of our guest rooms can be easily configured to fit three individual beds. Start each morning with a steaming cup of coffee and a hearty breakfast inside our large sunroom. You’re free to use our on-site grills to cook fresh-caught salmon for dinner; otherwise, we’re happy to provide you with dinner recommendations. Many families aren’t surprised to learn that there are several fantastic Soldotna restaurants within walking distance of the lodge. After dinner, lounge on the back patio with the kids and fellow anglers – this common area is the perfect place to share stories, play games, and enjoy a refreshing beverage before bed. To learn more about our family-friendly Alaska fishing lodge, please visit us online or dial 1-877-262-4779.

ALASKA WEDDINGS AT SOLDOTNA B&B LODGE

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There’s just something special about Alaska weddings; perhaps it’s the fresh mountain air, the soothing sounds of a rushing river, and the beautiful natural landscape. Every year, thousands of couples choose the Last Frontier as their destination wedding locale. We’ve helped plan weddings for couples from Sweden, Japan, Switzerland, and, of course, the United States. Is there a better place to recite your heartfelt vows than near the banks of the teal Kenai River in Soldotna, Alaska? Soldotna B&B Lodge provides brides and grooms with the entire package: a picturesque ceremony locale, on-site catering, a spacious reception area, overnight accommodations, and, of course, a head-start on your honeymoon!

Riverfront Ceremony

Say “I do” in Soldotna B&B Lodge’s backyard, which is enclosed by tall trees, the rushing Kenai River, and the soothing sounds of the Alaskan wilderness. Our caring, experienced wedding staff can help plan your dream destination wedding. We can help find a local officiant, a beautiful hand-carved arbor, and fresh flowers.

Photos to Last a Lifetime

After your heartfelt ceremony, pose for photos that will last a lifetime. The backyard at Soldotna B&B Lodge is a popular choice among newlyweds, thanks to our lush foresty and riverfront access, but don’t be afraid to think outside the box. Hop aboard a boat, pose by our grand stone fireplace, or head down to Soldotna Creek Park. After riverside photos at the park, grab a pint of craft beer at Kenai River Brewery before indulging in first-class catering back at the lodge.

Memorable Wedding Reception

We offer full catering for Alaska weddings of all sizes. Give us a call today at 1-907-262-4779 for complete entree, appetizer, and drink menu options. Many couples choose the freshly-caught salmon and halibut to go along with fresh vegetables, mashed potatoes, and rice pilaf.

Convenient On-Site Lodging

The amazing thing about Alaska weddings here at Soldotna B&B Lodge is the fact that you and your guests will never have to leave the property on your big day. Pose for pictures, recite your vows, enjoy a delicious dinner, celebrate with friends and family, then stroll to your romantic guest room. We have 16 guest rooms in total, which perfectly fits small Alaska weddings. For those planning on eloping in Alaska, just give us a call to set up an elegant elopement or vow renewal.

Start Your Honeymoon in Soldotna, Alaska

Alaska weddings are special because the honeymoon can start seconds after saying “I do.” Start your honeymoon the very next morning by salmon fishing, whale watching, bear viewing, or birding in Alaska. Soldotna is ideally situated on the Kenai River near the very best fishing hot spots and some of the most beautiful places in Alaska, including Skilak Lake, Kenai Fjords National Park, and Resurrection Bay. Please give us a call today at 1-877-262-4779 to learn more about our riverfront property, wedding packages, and Alaska fishing charters.

ALASKA DOG SLED TOURS AT SOLDOTNA B&B

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A little snow never hurt anyone. Just because winter is peeking its head around the corner, doesn’t mean we’re not thoroughly enjoying the beautiful Last Frontier. While we’re no longer accepting Alaska fishing trips this season, we’re gearing up for highly-anticipated wintertime dog sledding at Seavey’s. Soldotna B&B Lodge provides the best Alaska dog sled tours within 500 miles. These tours trek deep into the vast Alaskan wilderness with the help of the friendliest, toughest, and most gifted sled dogs on the Kenai Peninsula. We’re one of the only hotels in Soldotna, Alaska, to have a working relationship with the most talented dog sled teams in the area. Whether you’re looking for an authentic dog sled tour high on a beautiful glacier or a laid-back, backcountry UTA dog sledding experience, Soldotna B&B Lodge arranges exclusive, family-friendly rides.

Authentic Alaska Dog Sled Tours

If you’re hoping to strap into an authentic dog sled pulled by a pack of strong, smiling canines high atop a stunningly beautiful glacier near Seward, Alaska, you’re in luck! Alaska dog sled tours are available during the summer months on most days, depending on the weather. Not many Alaska fishing lodges provide adventure packages that include dog sledding. The friendly staff here at the Soldotna B&B Lodge always recommend this authentic tour in combination with fishing, whale watching, glacier viewing, and so much more! You’ll start the journey with a breathtaking 10-minute flight to a nearby dog camp at Godwin Glacier. On your trip, you’ll get to witness nearly every crevice of the glacier. Godwin Glacier always has some of the freshest powder in the region. Every rider will have the chance to cuddle with the lovable pups before returning to the lodge.

UTV Dog Sledding in Alaska

While not “authentic,” the 2.5-hour UTV dog sled tour is a terrific alternative for those hoping to meander through the vast Alaskan wilderness, learn about the Iditarod, and meet a family of adorable sled dogs. Your Polaris Ranger UTV will be pulled by sled dogs (with the help of a little gas). During the scenic journey, you’ll learn about the life of a dog sled champion from the Iditarod-winning Seavey family. You’ll be amazed at how much preparation goes into winning the world’s “last great race.” The sled tour ends with pictures, entertainment, and stories at the sizable Seavey racing kennel.

Hotels in Soldotna, Alaska

We’re happily one of the only four-season Soldotna lodging options. Visit us this winter for a discounted stay at our beautiful bed and breakfast! Dial 1-877-262-4779 to learn more about our all-inclusive packages, dog sledding, and next year’s fishing availability.

KENAI FJORDS AND BIRDING TOURS AT SOLDOTNA B&B

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No single vacation in Soldotna, Alaska, is the same thanks to the seemingly endless activities offered at Soldotna B&B Lodge. Yes, our lodge guides eager anglers from May through October in search of salmon, trout, and halibut, but we also customize week-long vacation packages to include glacier tours, birdwatching, canoeing, whale watching, and bear viewing. Our peaceful, affordable, and cozy lodge rests on the edge of the famous Kenai River, so you’re never more than a few steps from a fishing adventure! But you’re also a scenic drive away from the awe-inspiring Kenai Fjords National Park or an ever-popular, day-long birding tour. We’re proud to be one of the only Alaska fishing lodges to offer such superb wilderness adventures.

Kenai Fjords National Park

The six-hour Kenai Fjords National Park tour is all about wildlife, glaciers, and the breathtaking coastal scenery of the Kenai Peninsula. This cruise is Alaska’s most popular glacier and wildlife cruise, which departs from Seward. This beautiful port city has an abundance of sea otters, bald eagles, mountain goats, and sea lions. On the journey into Kenai Fjords, you’ll likely spot puffins, Dall porpoises, and orca, humpback, or gray whales. The cruise passes some of the most famous tidewater and alpine glaciers in the world where you’ll be able to hear the loud cracks of the calving icebergs. On the return journey, lucky cruise ships will cross paths with the second largest mammal on the planet: the rare fin whale. Resurrection Bay remains one of the most beautiful bodies of water in the world thanks to its picturesque rock islands and sea-stacks.

Birding Tours

Birding (or birdwatching) is still a relatively new recreational activity. It wasn’t until the late 19th century that citizens began to appreciate the beauty of rare birds, rather than their flavor. There is no better place on Earth to birdwatch that the Last Frontier. As cameras became lighter and more advanced, birdwatching grew into a popular activity around the turn of the 21st century. The activity’s popularity hasn’t stopped growing in this golden age of technology. Alaskans have been observing birds in the wilderness since we can remember. They’re a part of our everyday lifestyle, and the Soldotna B&B Lodge is no different. We offer two unique birding packages: the three-night Birders’ Brief One and the five-night Birder’s Bounty. Both packages include trips to Kenai Fjords National Park and a drift-boat trip down the Kenai River. Some of the birds we encounter daily are warblers, mergansers, loons, swans, terns, ptarmigans, and various shorebirds.

Alaska Fishing Lodges

Soldotna B&B Lodge not only provides once-in-a-lifetime fishing, wildlife, and birding adventures, but we also have immaculate guest rooms on the edge of the Kenai River. Relax with a new book or a cup of Joe on your private deck before heading out to catch a trophy king salmon or beautiful rainbow trout. We serve hot breakfast daily, unlike many Alaska fishing lodges, in our river-view sunroom! Dial 1-877-262-4779 or visit us to learn more about our all-inclusive rates and packages!

THE BEST FLY-OUT TRIPS IN SOLDOTNA

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Very few fishing lodges in the vast state of Alaska can match what Soldotna B&B Lodge brings to the table. Most Kenai Peninsula lodges offer the bare minimum: overpriced fishing, warm meals, and a tiny bed. Soldotna B&B is a family-run lodge that is devoted to providing prospective anglers with ultimate Alaska fishing trips. Not only do we have jam-packed fishing packages with whale watching, bear viewing, and canoe trips, but our prices genuinely cannot be beaten. Our fly-out tours lift our guests to some of the most beautiful locales in the world, including Crescent Lake, Katmai National Park, and Kenai Fjords National Park. It’s not too late to book a once-in-a-lifetime fishing excursion on the famous Kenai River – and hop aboard these three fly-out tours while you’re in the neighborhood!

Crescent Lake – Lake Clark National Park

Crescent Lake never gets old, no matter how many times we visit this natural paradise. This beautiful lake is not to be confused with the stunningly clear Crescent Lake in the Kenai Mountains near Cooper Landing. Depending on the season, you’ll have the opportunity to throw a line in for sockeye salmon, silver salmon, Dolly Varden, and lake trout. The flight from Soldotna crosses Cook Inlet to Lake Clark National Park, taking approximately 45 minutes in total. You’ll land smoothly on the turquoise Crescent Lake in the heart of the Chigmit Mountains. You’ll get a birds-eye view of the 10,000 foot tall Mount Redoubt on the fly-out. A professional fishing guide will greet you upon arrival. Brown bears often feed in the shallow waters on the perimeter of the lake, creating the ideal photo opportunity.

Wolverine Creek

If your goal is to get up-close-and-personal with a majestic brown bear, then Wolverine Creek is the ideal fly-out fishing adventure for you! The water is so clear on this secluded creek that you can see large schools of sockeye and silver salmon. This fly-out trip is quite crowded in the summer months but excessively beautiful in the fall. The 30-minute flight crosses Cook Inlet into the Big River Lakes region. Brown bears, and occasionally black bears, feed in the creek during spawning seasons. Wolverine Creek remains one of more distinctive Alaska fishing trips available.

Bear Viewing and Flightseeing

Soldotna B&B Lodge has dozens of unique packages, many of which include world-renowned bear viewing and flightseeing tours. These tours include a trip to the brown bear-occupied McNeil River in breathtaking Katmai National Park. Depending on the season, you’ll also have the opportunity to fly out of Homer for trips to Lake Clark National Park, Kenai Fjords National Park, Hallo Bay, Kodiak, and Bristol Bay.

Alaska Fishing Trips

Our family-run operation offers dozens of customizable packages for expert anglers, nature enthusiasts, couples, bird lovers, and everyone in between. We treat every guest like family, earning us a 2018 Certificate of Excellence by TripAdvisor. Soldotna B&B Lodge provides world-class Alaska fishing trips with the personal touch of a bed and breakfast and the scenic beauty of a wilderness retreat. Dial 1-877-262-4779 now to learn more about our all-inclusive packages before the fishing season sadly concludes.

FISH TO CATCH THIS FALL ON THE KENAI RIVER

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Fall’s peak is nearly here on the Kenai River in southcentral Alaska. Over the next handful of weeks, the river bend will transform from forest green to a meld of crimson, marigold, and amber. Soldotna Bed & Breakfast Lodge, home to premier Alaska fishing charters, is steps away from the rushing Kenai River, which is teeming with delicious salmon and beautiful trout. Eager anglers from all across the globe travel each year to the Kenai Peninsula for genuinely once-in-a-lifetime fishing expeditions. Soldotna is equally a world-class fishing lodge and a charming, riverside bed and breakfast. Start a brand new yearly fishing tradition by journeying to the salmon fishing capital of the world!

Silver Salmon

Get ready for the fight of your fishing life, because Alaskan silver salmon are large, feisty, and clever. When you choose the Soldotna Bed & Breakfast Lodge, you’re only steps from one of our Alaska fishing charters. The silver season lasts from mid-August through October. Silvers are widely known to locals as “the fall prince of salmon” because unlike kings, pinks, and sockeyes, they return to the Kenai and Kasilof River in the late summer to spawn.

Rainbow Trout

The Kenai River has some of the best rainbow trout fly fishing in the world. Locals call trophy rainbows “footballs” because of their unique shape. These beautiful critters usually weigh in around four pounds, but our guests have hooked 20-pounders. We also occasionally reel in 10-plus pound rainbows from our 300-foot private river frontage.

Steelhead

One of the unsurpassed Alaska fishing charters on the Kenai Peninsula is our fall steelhead tour on the nearby Kasilof River. Hop aboard a guided drift boat charter for an afternoon of native steelhead fishing. The steelheads in this region are entirely native to Alaska, which is extremely rare. This glacial-fed river is a bait-and-lure fishery because it’s quite silty.

Halibut

Halibut season seemingly never ends on the Kenai Peninsula. Our lucky guests reel in these 50-pound behemoths from opener through the end of the September near the quaint village of Homer, the “halibut fishing capital of the world.” While unlikely, some “barn door” halibut weigh hundreds of pounds, but the smaller 20 pounders are much tastier!

Alaska Fishing Charters

Anglers from all across the globe stay at the Soldotna Bed & Breakfast Lodge. They visit for the world-class fishing, but they fall in love with our charming river view guest rooms, hearty breakfasts, and scenic natural beauty. No other Alaska fishing charters in the Kenai and Soldotna area can match our caring service, experienced guides, and year-round activities!

MUSHROOM AND BERRY PICKING IN SOLDOTNA

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Soldotna B&B in Soldotna, Alaska, offers more than just fishing, and you can also go mushroom and berry picking. You’ll find a variety of wild berries and mushrooms throughout the late summer season and well into the fall! You’ll enjoy searching the forests of Soldotna Alaska.

Berries

Soldotna Alaska is a terrific place to search and gather wild berries! Blueberries, raspberries, currants, salmonberries, and huckleberries, are great for eating right off the bush or making preserves! After harvesting your share of berries, you can eat them on your way back to Soldotna B&B, or save them for baking or preserves. If you are planning on freezing them, we’ll share our secret: Single layer the berries on a cookie sheet and freeze them. Then place them in a container and back into the freezer, this will make them easier to remove from the container. Please note that berries are an essential food source for a variety of animals in our area. There’s a chance you’ll encounter these animals while you’re berry picking, so please stay alert to your surroundings! If you see animals, we ask you to be respectful, while staying safe. If possible, we urge you to leave quietly and find a different berry patch. If needed, we do understand you may have to defend yourself with pepper spray or a shotgun.

Mushrooms

In Soldotna Alaska, the thrill of big game hunting runs deep in any Alaskan blood! However, today we’re focusing on a different prey: mushrooms! Near Soldotna B&B, you’ll find boletes, morels and gilled mushrooms, and many more. Mushroom hunting can be a dangerous business; some mushrooms are lethal to humans! One of the challenges with identifying mushrooms is that their appearance changes dramatically as they age. When it first comes out of the ground, a baby mushroom looks like one you may buy at the store! At this stage, it’s easy to confuse an edible species with a poisonous one. The number of mushroom species doesn’t help you identify them either. There are thousands of mushroom species in Alaska alone. Unfortunately, many are inedible, but we do have some mushroom hunters and the season is approaching! So, whether you find mushrooms or it’s just a reason to spend more time outside, join us in Soldotna Alaska!

ALASKA CANOEING TRAILS!

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During your stay at Soldotna Bed & Breakfast, we hope you take a day to adventure on our premier canoeing trails! The closest trails to your Soldotna lodging, are Swan Lake canoe trail and the Swanson River canoe trail. Although both trails are breathtaking, their size may overwhelm you! Don’t let the miles stop you from this one-of-a-kind fishing and spectacular wildlife! Whether you take one of our guided trips or our recommendations for unguided tours, you won’t regret it!

Swan Lake Trail

The Swan Lake canoe trail encompasses thirty lakes and thirty-three miles of river, making it one of the most popular systems in Alaska! Although short, there are a couple of portages on this trail. Canoeing out here will provide more than beautiful sceneries, you’ll spot some of our wildlife and even delicious rainbow trout for dinner at your Soldotna lodging. Bask in the warm summer sunshine as you canoe the Swan Lake Canoe Trail. Make today your first self-guided canoeing trip into the Alaskan wilderness!

Swanson River Trail

The Swanson River canoe trail includes forty lakes and forty-six miles of river, causing longer portages, which means this trails will take extra time and physical effort. The glorious scenery makes it well worth the journey! Because it’s a more challenging trail, most tourists avoid adventuring it, creating better wildlife watching and exceptional rainbow trout fishing! The Swanson River canoe trail’s tranquil flatwater system make for fun activities like paddling, fishing, birding and wildlife watching. You’ll appreciate the peace that rules the Swanson River canoe trail as you float along the river taking in all the beauty surrounding you. We can’t think of a better place to reconnect with nature! We love hearing stories’ as you return to our Soldotna lodging for some well-deserved rest! Soldotna Bed & Breakfast is the perfect Soldotna lodging for you and your family’s summer vacation!

RIVER, SEA, AND AIR!

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When you stay with us at Soldotna B&B and Lodge, one of the most beautiful Kenai River fishing lodges. We offer an assortment of rates and packages. As spring turns into summer, we would like to feature our river, sea and air package.

What Is Included in This Package?

It’s a six-nights-stay that includes breakfast every morning and lunches for every activities day. Your schedule will be filled with hours of fishing! You will experience eight to eleven hour-days of fishing. An experienced guide will accompany you, and you will have a tackle, bait, and gear for charters. When you come back on-site, you will have access to all cleaning, commercial vacuum packing and freezing of your catch. Each guest also receives two fish shipping boxes and complimentary use of rain gear and hip boots for charters if needed.

Where’s the Fish?

Kenai River fishing is known worldwide for its abundance of fish and the enormous sizes they can grow. Though fish in the Kasilof River is somewhat smaller, they are still very abundant. It is an all-around quieter experience, as there are fewer people so you can fish peacefully. The Kenai and Kasilof Rivers have four out of the five species of Pacific Salmon that return to spawn each season in Alaska, as well as rainbow trout, Dolly-Varden, and Steelhead. Peak times for Rainbows and Dollies are the last two weeks of June and mid-August through October. The Kenai and Kasilof River both offer Alaskan trophy catches for you to bring home.

The Lower Kenai

The lower Kenai River can get quite busy during peak season, and power boats are allowed on that section of the river. If you would rather avoid the commotion, you can always fish along the beautiful Kasilof River. When you go trophy rainbow trout and, or Salmon fishing, you will also be able to take part in a wildlife tour in the middle of the Kenai River. Experience Halibut and Salmon fishing out of our Homer! We also offer a float plane fly-out for fishing and, or bear watching including a spectacular picturesque glacier fly-over. Why wouldn’t you stay with us at Soldotna’s, for a once-in-a-life stay in one of the best Kenai River fishing lodges!

COUPLES THAT FISH TOGETHER, STAY TOGETHER

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In current times, there are a lot of things in life going on to the point it seems impossible to spend quality time with the one you love. Everyone has work, school, kids programs, book club, and everything in between. Surprise your love with something that will be sure to bring you closer again. Soldotna Bed and Breakfast Lodge invites you to their fishing lodge Alaska for an unforgettable trip out with your better half. 

Quality Time

Spending time together is an essential factor in any relationship. A fun fishing trip out on the Alaskan waters is a perfect way to spend some time away from the hectic happenings of life at home. Grab your fishing gear, take your honey by the hand, and head out to Soldotna for an epic adventure together. Cast some lines and enjoy an Alaskan fishing excursion together. 

A Little Friendly Competition

Sometimes a little competition with your better half keeps things interesting. With participating in a sport like fishing, you can place your “bets” and see who can reel in the best catch. There are multiple kinds of fish you could pull up from the waves. Make a fun scavenger hunt with things like each fish, different Alaskan wildlife, the heaviest catch, and other fun ideas on a list. See who can cross the most off and who ends up with the best catch. 

Make Memories

When the two of you are out and exploring with your guide, snap some fun pictures of your excursion. Once you return home, you can then take those photos and add them into a memory book. Then you can take it out and look back on all the fun you had at our fishing lodge Alaska. You can even leave room to add more adventures to your book and begin a new tradition! 

Visit Soldotna Bed and Breakfast Lodge for an incredible fishing trip for two. After all, couples who fish together, stay together. That is our theory anyway! Give us a call and let us help you set up an unforgettable outing for you and your love.