If you're searching for an truly exceptional and exclusive float trip, especially if you're looking for something perfect for a small group, let me tell you, the Togiak River in Southwest Alaska is absolutely the perfect choice. This river is just teeming with life, home to literally thousands of Dolly Varden/Arctic Char and Arctic Grayling, plus Rainbow Trout that can stretch up to a phenomenal 32 inches! But for us, the real star attraction, and what we focus our trips on, are those incredible Coho (silver) Salmon runs. These fish come in fresh from the ocean – they're big, powerful, and full of energy, making them an absolute thrill to catch on a fly rod.

The Silver Salmon typically start showing up in late July. So, if you're on an earlier trip, you might find them popping up more as your float progresses downstream and they populate the whole river. That said, trust me, we often catch bright silvers in the upper river with sea lice still attached, so no matter when you come, all our Togiak trips offer excellent success! For those big Rainbows, we love swinging flies along the outsides of large gravel bars or around braids and tributaries – it's a super effective way to go. Large articulated flesh patterns, Dolly Llamas, and sculpin patterns are incredibly effective for enticing those larger trout.

And speaking of Dolly Llamas, this pattern has become hands down the most popular for Coho fishing on the Togiak floats. You can fish them on the swing, on the strip, on the drift, with a sink tip, without a sink tip – honestly, every way imaginable! But don't you dare ignore the topwater action! Having a few pink wogs or similar patterns (think poppers and wog variants) on hand is an excellent, and incredibly fun, way to go. Look for those "frog water" sloughs and slow water on the lower end of the gravel bars; these fish are often incredibly grabby and just ideal for smashing topwater wogs.

The entire fishing experience on the Togiak River is truly one of a kind in North America. This beautiful river flows from Togiak Lake, about 350 miles southwest of Anchorage, winding past numerous tributaries and campsites with simply stunning views. The only sounds you'll hear are the gurgling of the river itself, the rustling of leaves, and the distinct calls of loons, eagles, hawks, and seabirds. In the evenings, imagine sitting around a campfire, swapping stories about the day's incredible fishing and wildlife viewing, all while enjoying the moonrise behind the surrounding peaks and listening to the wild chorus of wolves and owls.

We offer six-week-long trips, running annually from July 31st through September 10th, and we can always customize them to fit your schedule and preferences. Each trip typically requires a minimum of four participants to ensure that exclusive small-group experience. So, if this sounds like your dream Alaskan adventure, don't hesitate – contact us today to plan your unforgettable fishing adventure on the Togiak River!