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A one-person trip for 5 nights and 5 ½ days at the Baranof Wilderness Lodge, nestled in Warm Springs Bay on the east side of Baranof Island, 20 air miles east of Sitka.

A short, spectacular float plane ride from Sitka delivers you directly to our lodgeside dock. Warm Springs Bay is named for the remarkable natural hot springs, enjoyed today as it was by native Tlingit Indians for centuries. The lodge accommodates only 14 guests at a time. The unpressured waters around our lodge offer the most abundant and diverse salt- and freshwater fishing available in Alaska. There are dozens of spectacular bays, estuaries, fishing streams, and lakes within a short boat ride or hike from our lodge which offer premier angling.

•  Comfortable and spacious guest cabins and lodge. Surrounded by lush, green, ancient forests.

•  Spacious rooms, elegantly furnished. Features pine paneling, armoires, and baseboard heaters with guest-controlled thermostats so you can regulate the temperature of your cabin. We feature complete private bathroom facilities with hot showers, wash basins with hot and cold running water, and flush toilets. Our onsite housekeeping staff provides towel and linen service.

•  24-hour electricity (60hz AC) from our own hydroelectric plant.  The turbine is powered by nearby Sadie Creek, one of many nearby crystal clear streams that tumble down the ancient forest surrounding the lodge.

•  Soak in one of our hot tubs. Choose the redwood tub, situated in a grove of ancient trees, overlooking a fresh, clear mountain stream that surges past. Or select the tub on the deck, and view the magnificent panorama around the lodge - Warm Springs Bay, snow-covered mountain peaks, soaring Bald Eagles. Adventurous soakers will want to embark on the short hike to the natural hot springs nearby. A series of natural pools overlooking a magnificent waterfall awaits.

• No matter which of our many exciting activities you select, your appetite will be sharpened by the aroma of fresh bread, homemade chocolate chip cookies, and sumptuous appetizers prepared daily by our chef! Our meals are served family-style, from a colorful, varied menu inspired by the local halibut, salmon, crab, shrimp, and clams. Our own vegetable and herb garden supplements the bountiful catch from the days' excursions.

• And let's not forget to explore the delightful surprises to be found in our very own wine cellar, as we have a selection to complement fish stories of all shapes and sizes!

Fishing Programs At the Lodge 

Fishing Options: You may choose your fishing experience each day, from freshwater to saltwater, stream or lake, light tackle spinning, or flies. World-class waters are all a short hike or boat ride from our lodge.

Species Available: King Salmon (Chinook), Silver Salmon (Coho), Pink Salmon (Humpy), Chum Salmon, Sockeye Salmon, Dolly Varden, Cutthroat Trout and Rainbow Trout, giant Halibut, and many varieties of Rockfish.

Boat Arrangements: Baranof Wilderness Lodge uses comfortable, safe 24-foot Cuddy Cab cruisers and 16-foot aluminum skiffs. We pride ourselves in choosing the most durable marine watercrafts available. Our fleet is equipped with GPS, sonar, and the latest Raytheon marine radar. All boats are Coast Guard-licensed, approved, and equipped with all required safety gear.

Tackle: All saltwater tackle, rods, reels, and bait are provided. Freshwater fly and spinning rods are also available with custom flies and tackle that may be purchased in our shop.

Our Guides: Our truly talented staff and guides have the benefit of many years of experience. We all have an enormous love of fishing and the Alaskan outdoors, but most of all we enjoy sharing the experiences with others. Our staff of professional guides are licensed and certified by the U.S. Coast Guard.

Item Special Note

This package is for dates as available in the 2012 and 2013 seasons. 

It includes all lodging, round-trip transportation between Sitka and Baranof, boats and professional guide service with all top-quality salt water equipment, gourmet meals and an impressive wine list, and beer. It also includes all applicable municipal rents, user fees, and sales taxes.

The transfer days are Monday and Saturday to and from Sitka.

We at Baranof Wilderness Lodge use barbless tackle and practice catch-and-release for all fresh water fisheries. We respect and strive to preserve this precious ecosystem for the future while working hard to minimize the impact our presence brings to this great land. At the Lodge, we will package and freeze one box of halibut and salmon (from saltwater) per guest for travel home. The unpressured waters around our lodge offer the most abundant and diverse salt- and freshwater fishing available in Alaska.

We are Mike and Sally Trotter, and we have, over 32 years of outfitting, exploring and fishing in Alaska, committed ourselves to bringing our guests the finest in Alaskan wilderness and fishing experience. Our guests book year after year with a 90% repeat or referral customer list as testimony to our successful program. As owners of Baranof Wilderness Lodge and owners of Beyond Boundaries Expeditions we offer you our personal invitation to adventure in Alaska's best, as we gear up for another fantastic season.