A practical look at pink and sockeye salmon fishing on Kodiak Island, covering run timing, river locations, and how these species compare to the king and silver runs.
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The 1912 Volcanic Eruption That Buried Kodiak Island in Ash
In 1912, the massive Novarupta eruption buried Kodiak Island in volcanic ash, disrupting village life and reshaping the terrain that guests explore around Larsen Bay today.
Best Time of Year to Hike Kodiak Island’s Trails
A season-by-season look at hiking conditions on Kodiak Island from mid-May through mid-September, helping guests plan trails around weather, daylight, and their fishing charters.
The Geology Behind Kodiak Island’s Rocks, Gems, and Minerals
Between fishing trips, plenty of our guests wander the shoreline near the lodge or take a hike up into the hills above Larsen Bay, and the first question they usually ask is some version of “why does the rock look like
Visiting the Alutiiq Museum on Kodiak Island: What to Know Before You Go
A practical guide to visiting the Alutiiq Museum on Kodiak Island, covering what to expect inside and how to fit it around a Larsen Bay fishing trip.
Wildlife You Can See on Kodiak Island Besides Bears and Whales
Beyond the bears and whales, Kodiak Island’s waters and cliffs are home to bald eagles, sea otters, Steller sea lions, and seabird colonies you’ll spot on nearly every charter out of Larsen Bay.
Best Time to See Kodiak Island’s Wildflowers and Greenery in Bloom
A month by month look at when Kodiak Island’s lupine, fireweed, and other wildflowers peak during the resort’s mid-May to mid-September season, so guests can plan hikes between fishing charters.
Is There Gold on Kodiak Island? What Rockhounds and Visitors Should Know
We answer the common question of whether gold can be found on Kodiak Island, drawing on our experience guiding hikes and charters through the same terrain rockhounds ask about.
Fly Fishing on Kodiak Island Rivers: What to Expect and What You Can Catch
A look at what fly anglers can expect on Kodiak Island’s rivers, from Dolly Varden and rainbow trout to salmon runs, plus the techniques and timing that make trips successful.
Kodiak Island Hikes with the Best Bear and Wildlife Viewing Chances
A firsthand guide to which Kodiak Island trails offer the best chances of spotting brown bears and other wildlife, based on our experience guiding hikes and bear viewing trips out of Larsen Bay.
The Native Villages of Kodiak Island and the Tribes Behind Them
A look at the Alutiiq villages scattered across Kodiak Island, including Larsen Bay, and the history behind the native tribes who have lived here for thousands of years.
Fort Abercrombie and Kodiak Island’s World War II History
Kodiak Island played a key role defending Alaska during World War II, and Fort Abercrombie still holds the concrete bunkers and gun emplacements built to guard the harbor. Here’s the history behind the site and how to visit it during a stay at the lodge.