Fly-in fishing, boat charters, luxury wilderness lodges, and fish camps offer a wilderness experience for adventurous anglers. Rivers, lakes, and streams throughout the state offer the chance to hook trout, such as rainbows, cutthroat, and steelhead, or other challenging game fish such as arctic grayling and sheefish. From smaller fish, like the feisty and beautiful Dolly Varden, to Alaska's famous King salmon, Alaska is an angler's paradise. But before you drop that line in the water, be sure you know the regulations. For a list of specialized publications, write to the address at the end of this page.
Sportfishing licenses are available at sporting goods stores or by mail.
In Search of Wild Game Hunting in Alaska is a premier experience, in a hunting environment that is unique in the world. For many Alaska residents, hunting for food is a vital part of lifestyles emphasizing self-sufficiency and sustainable use. Wildlife is abundant in Alaska and populations are scientifically managed to ensure they remain healthy. Alaska is famous for its huge moose, vast caribou herds, great brown bears, Dall sheep, mountain goats, and Sitka black-tailed deer. To preserve this exceptional environment for the use of future generations, regulations are strictly enforced.