Goodnews
River Fishing Adventure |
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Drop Off: |
Float Plane on Goodnews Lake. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Length: |
Approximately 60 Miles | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Float Duration: |
Recommended 6 to 8 days | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
River Description: |
The Goodnews River flows southwest from Goodnews Lake down the Goodnews Valley. The upper portion of the river has a slow current, increasing in the middle section with no real obstructions along the route. The scenery, fishing, hiking and camping opportunities throughout the float are fantastic. Most of the shoreline is open tundra with some stands of willows and cottonwoods along the route. The lower 5 to 10 miles has a strong tidal influence which is why a boat pickup is recommended to get through this section back to the Village of Goodnews. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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 Aniak River Float: |
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Goodnews Bay A-6, A-7, A-8, B-5, B-6, B-7 and C-5. |
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Fishing Information: |
The Goodnews River offers excellent seasonal opportunities for Salmon, Dolly Varden, Grayling and Rainbow fishing. 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 its peak and the end of the Silver Salmon run. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Pickup: |
Due to the strong tidal influence the last 5 miles of the river, floaters are picked up by boat and towed to the airstrip in the village of Goodnews. The floaters are then picked up by wheeled aircraft and flown back to Bethel. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Cost: |
Round
trip Air Charter - $1150
per person (This price includes drop-off flight from Bethel to Goodnews Lake and pick-up flight from village of Goodnews back to Bethel) Boat pickup - $50 |
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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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