Fishing options could be a choice of either guided or unguided along a river bank, or by boat directly from the lodge. This price does not usually include transfers from Anchorage to the lodge which may add cost, depending on the location. Nearly every region of the state offers this standard of lodge. Moderate category lodges offer comfortable rooms or cabins with beds and linens, with made service. Most often bath facilities are shared in a centrally located bath house with hot and cold running water.
Some moderate lodges have a few rooms with private baths.
A comfortable, well-equipped main lodge usually serves as the dining and relaxation area. Meals are served family style. Some lodges will focus a great deal of attention on food service and offer gourmet cuisine, prepared either by the host or a hired chef. Daily guided fishing is always included. These lodges are most often in remote areas accessible only by airplane, or by boat.