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The Crystal Creek Lodge Blog is a place of possibilities, where you can learn deeper insights into how to explore the tens of millions of acres of wild Alaska surrounding us.  Whether you’re after fishing, wildlife, the perspective of history or simply feeling the awe of being in wide-open spaces, it’s all here. Enjoy the journey. 

Spectacular September

Spectacular September

September at Crystal Creek Lodge hits different. Think fiery fall colors, big and aggressive rainbow trout, brilliantly bright Arctic char, spawning salmon, and bears packing on the pounds for winter. It’s Alaska in full, wild transition—and it’s stunning. Late summer vibes, uncrowded, slight chill in the air, and unforgettable moments. If you’ve ever wondered what…

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A List of 30 Guided Fishing and Adventure Possibilities

Spectacular September

30 Things to Do in Alaska with Crystal Creek Lodge Explore our list of 30 Things to Do in Alaska with Crystal Creek Lodge. Out of hundreds of locations we have as fly fishing, sport fishing, and adventure destinations, we hand-picked a list for you to check out. Any way you shape it, there are…

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In Pursuit of Alaska Adventure

Spectacular September

New Adventures Await You On a human level, adventure creates the space to breathe deep, for the blood flowing through your veins to pump faster, and for the feelings of excitement and anticipation to flourish. It’s where the ordinary becomes extraordinary, and every moment is a chance to discover something new. The pursuit of adventure…

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Rafting Alaska and Rainbow Trout

Spectacular September

Rafting Alaska: Discover the best fishing spots, catch trophy rainbow trout and embark on adventure-filled excursions with Crystal Creek Lodge Explore the stunning backcountry of Alaska at the river’s pace – by raft! Some of the best fishing in Alaska lies in remote places and with some of our fisheries, a raft will give you the best chance to catch all Alaska has…

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Let’s Get Lost in Alaska

Spectacular September

Meet Alex and Experience the Thrill of Alaska Fishing Alex Oberholtzer is the head pilot and guide at Crystal Creek Lodge. He’s the guy who works with you to craft your Alaska fishing & adventure vacation. He’s been guiding the rivers and streams of Alaska for 25 years, 20 of them with Crystal Creek Lodge….

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Fishing Monument Creek: Alaska Adventure

Spectacular September

Fishing Monument Creek, Alaska At Crystal Creek Lodge, finding wild and unique adventures for our guests is just as important as the quality of the fishing. While we do offer our guests the opportunity to visit the “classic“ locations of Katmai National Park, we constantly search for and then offer destinations that provide the true…

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Fishing American Creek, Alaska

Spectacular September

A truly exceptional wilderness experience offering diverse scenery, wildlife viewing, and some of the most amazing fishing in the world is at American Creek. It is a world-famous, prolific rainbow trout, dolly varden, and grayling fishery. Located in Katmai National Park, the American is deep in the Naknek River watershed but is a short 20-minute seaplane…

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Explore the Naknek River

Spectacular September

Explore the Naknek River with Crystal Creek Lodge, King Salmon, Alaska. Take a cruise with us and explore the Naknek River, our home water. A short walk from the lodge down our boardwalk brings you to our floating dock, the launchpad of the great daily seaplane, and boating adventures. Twisting 35 miles from Naknek Lake…

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What Makes You Smile

Spectacular September

We could all use something to make us smile right about now. This is a kindly reminder that the best is yet to come and to hang on to what we love & brings us joy in life. Enjoy this minute then, as you go through your days ahead, remember a smile is one of…

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We’re Going to have a Good Day: Alaska Fly Fishing

Spectacular September

Alaska Fly Fishing with Max What’s the secret to a good day? Big smiles? Laughter? Great company?  Doing something out of the ordinary? All of these things? There are many ways to have a good day – at Crystal Creek Lodge you’ll have the opportunity to combine all of the above plus more. Come with us to explore wild,…

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