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Northwest Alaska is as diverse as it is isolated from the rest of the State. This is truly the "Land of the Midnight Sun," as any angler who has had the opportunity to visit this part of Alaska would attest.  It is the home of the Northern Pike, probably the most aggressive fresh water species. Fish Alaska Magazine quotes Larry Dahlberg, one of the world’s foremost anglers and an expert on pike behavior with "The next world-record pike will come out of Alaska." Larry has spent many summers in northern Alaska tracking this predator. Northwestern Alaska also supports some healthy Salmon runs as well as the "Tarpon of the North" the Sheefish. This hard fighting white fish is called "Inconnu" by the Alaska Natives and is a prize worth going after.  Its tremendous size, fighting ability, and fine eating qualities make the Sheefish one of the most unique fish in North America.  When the word "shee" is mentioned to veteran Sheefish fishers, the Selawik-Kobuk country comes to mind. There, north of the Arctic Circle, the largest Sheefish are found.

Northwest Alaska can be a little more costly and difficult to get to but the added effort is worth the trip. When you are standing on the shores of Hotham Inlet at 2am, wearing your sunglasses and hauling in fish you are experiencing a true Alaskan fishing trip. You can usually save money on the Lodges as many offer exceptional deals throughout the summer to attract the anglers to the far reaches of the State. If Sheefish are your bag the first 2 weeks of June are the best time to plan your trip. We have just a few to offer you but they are some of the best trips to the North you can find.