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Drop Off: |
By
Float Plane on Pegati Lake. |
Length: |
Approximately
100 river miles. |
Float Duration: |
Recommended
7 to 9 days. |
River Description: |
The
Kanektok River flows west from Pegati Lake through the foothills
of the Akhlun Mountains. The upper portion of the river provides
spectacular scenery and is the habitat for Dolly Varden and Grayling.
The middle portion of the river becomes more braided and the
Rainbow fishing really picks up. In the lower portion, the river
flows out of the hills into the tundra filled lowlands. The Kanektok
is a very popular float offering good camping, great scenery
and most of all awesome fishing opportunities. |
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 Kanektok River Float: |
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Goodnews
Bay C-5, C-6, D-3, D-4, D-5, D-6, D-7, D-8 |
Fishing Information: |
The
fishing begins each year in late 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 the Rainbow Trout and Salmon fishing, the
Kanektok also offers great Dolly Varden and Grayling fishing. |
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Salmon Run Timing |
| Salmon Species |
Lower River |
Mid and Upper River |
Comments |
| Chinook (King) |
Late
June |
July |
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| Chum (Dog) |
Early
July |
Mid
to Late July |
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| Sockeye (Red) |
Early
July |
Mid
to Late July |
Limited
Opportunity |
| Pink (Humpy) |
Mid
July |
Late
July - August |
Even
Year Return |
| Coho (Silver) |
Early
August |
Mid
August - Early September |
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Pickup: |
Floaters
are picked up at the airstrip in the village of Quinhagak by
wheeled aircraft and flown back to Bethel |
Cost: |
Round
Trip Air Charter - $1100 per
person
This includes drop-off flight from Bethel to Pegati Lake
and Pickup flight from the village of Quinhagak back to Bethel.
Ground Transportation from the Kanektok River
to the Airstrip in Quinhagak - $25.00 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 Boat Driver. |
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