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Pa Pa Bear Adventures
Box 2509
Bethel, Alaska 99559
(907)543-5275
An Alaskan Company
info@pbadventures.com
www.pbadventures.com
Kanektok River Fishing Adventure
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:
 
 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.
Salmon Run Timing
Salmon Species Lower River Mid and Upper River Comments
Chinook (King) Late June July  
Chum (Dog) Early July Mid to Late July  
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  
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 - $1150 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.