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Drop Off: |
By
Float Plane on Arolik Lake. |
Length: |
Approximately
45 river miles. |
Float Duration: |
Recommended
5 to 7 Days.
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River Description: |
The
Arolik River flows northwest from Arolik Lake through the Eek
Mountains. The upper portion of the river is small and depending
on the time of the year and current rainfall, can be fairly shallow.
Rafters often find themselves having to get in and out of their
rafts to walk them through the shallowest parts. After the first
10 miles, the river almost doubles in size and flow and this
is where the fishing really turns on!! |
Topo Maps: |
We
do not provide Maps. Maps may
be purchased through the nearest U.S. Geological Survey office
or by calling Toll
Free (888)275-8747(From Alaska Only) or (907)786-7011.
The
following Map sheets are required for the Arolik River Float: |
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Goodnews
Bay B-6, C-7, C-8 |
Fishing Information: |
The
fishing begins each year in mid-June with the King Salmon
run and culminates each year in mid-September with the Rainbow
fishing reaching it's peak and the end of the Silver Salmon
run. In addition to Rainbow and Salmon fishing, the Arolik
Adventure also offers great Dolly Varden and Grayling fishing.
The Arolik River is World Renowned for its World
Class Rainbow Trout that lurk in the river. |
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Salmon Run Timing |
| Salmon Species |
Lower River |
Mid and Upper River |
Comments |
| Chinook (King) |
Mid
June |
July |
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| Chum (Dog) |
Late
June |
Mid
to Late July |
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| Sockeye (Red) |
Early
July |
Mid
to Late July |
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| Pink (Humpy) |
Late
July |
August |
Even
Year Return |
| Coho (Silver) |
Early
August |
Mid
August- September |
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Pickup: |
Floaters
are picked up near the mouth of the river by ground transportation
and taken to the airstrip in the village of Quinhagak, Alaska.
The floaters are then picked up by wheeled aircraft and flown
back to Bethel. |
Cost: |
Round
Trip Airfare - $1100.00 per
person
(This includes drop-off flight from Bethel to Arolik Lake and
pickup flight from village of Quinhagak to Bethel)
Ground Transportation from the Arolik River to the Airstrip in
Quinhagak - $50.00 per person |
Notes: |
1.
Rates are based on 2 Person Minimum.
2. Maximum allowable weight:
2-3 People = 1200lbs
4-6 People = 2400lbs
7-9 People = 3600lbs
(Group weight= Weight of all people, gear, supplies and food)
3. Special Rates Available for Children under 16 depending on Group Size
4. Lodging in Bethel Available.
5.
Boat fee paid directly to driver of vehicle in Quinhagak. |
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