Can you imagine the excitement that 12-year-old Daniel Thorsness felt when he reeled in the record 47 lb. lake trout out of Clarence Lake Alaska in 1970?
The more than 320 lakes to fish in make Alaska one of the most desirable fishing locations in the world. While Lake Trout is the most common type it is also home to Rainbow Trout, Northern Pike and Salmon.
Some of the largest Lake Trouts are home in Alaska. It is widely believed that the massive sizes that can be found in Alaska can be explained by the local anglers preference to focus on easier to catch fish.
The deeper parts of Alaska's lakes are home to the Lake Trout which is part of the char family.
The Alaska Range, Brook Range, Bristol Bay watershed, the Alaska Peninsula, Lake Clark National Park, areas of the Kenai Peninsula, and lakes on the north side of the Chugach Mountains are great locations for lake fishing in Alaska. Some of these locations are very remote and require the use of ATVs, snowmobiles, or foot hiking to reach the lakes.
Insight on the habitat and behavior of the Lake Trout gives the angler an advantage over the novice angler. Some tips:
1. Lake trout can be found near the top of the lakes and shorelines in spring and then gradually further in the deeper cooler waters as the temperature rises.
2. Small crank baits, fly streamers, spoons, gigs and spinners are best when fishing in shallower waters or near the outlets or inlets of stream off lakes.
3. Use Planner boards when trolling to keep baits away from the boat lowering the sound and vibration that will divert the Lake Trout from your bait.
4. During early summer the best fishing grounds are located in the deep cool waters while the shallower waters are best in late fall.
5. The spawning period for late trout is between September and November
6. A water temperature of 52 degrees Fahrenheit or less is preferred by Lake Trouts.
7. Mock Lakers preferred diet with your fresh bait.
8. Beware of bears. Kill your catch immediately and bleed it in the water. Fish blood draws attention from bears and this process reduces the unwanted attention. - 16003
The more than 320 lakes to fish in make Alaska one of the most desirable fishing locations in the world. While Lake Trout is the most common type it is also home to Rainbow Trout, Northern Pike and Salmon.
Some of the largest Lake Trouts are home in Alaska. It is widely believed that the massive sizes that can be found in Alaska can be explained by the local anglers preference to focus on easier to catch fish.
The deeper parts of Alaska's lakes are home to the Lake Trout which is part of the char family.
The Alaska Range, Brook Range, Bristol Bay watershed, the Alaska Peninsula, Lake Clark National Park, areas of the Kenai Peninsula, and lakes on the north side of the Chugach Mountains are great locations for lake fishing in Alaska. Some of these locations are very remote and require the use of ATVs, snowmobiles, or foot hiking to reach the lakes.
Insight on the habitat and behavior of the Lake Trout gives the angler an advantage over the novice angler. Some tips:
1. Lake trout can be found near the top of the lakes and shorelines in spring and then gradually further in the deeper cooler waters as the temperature rises.
2. Small crank baits, fly streamers, spoons, gigs and spinners are best when fishing in shallower waters or near the outlets or inlets of stream off lakes.
3. Use Planner boards when trolling to keep baits away from the boat lowering the sound and vibration that will divert the Lake Trout from your bait.
4. During early summer the best fishing grounds are located in the deep cool waters while the shallower waters are best in late fall.
5. The spawning period for late trout is between September and November
6. A water temperature of 52 degrees Fahrenheit or less is preferred by Lake Trouts.
7. Mock Lakers preferred diet with your fresh bait.
8. Beware of bears. Kill your catch immediately and bleed it in the water. Fish blood draws attention from bears and this process reduces the unwanted attention. - 16003
About the Author:
Doris Ballamore runs here own fishing blog called Fishing In Alaska Guide where she writes regularly articles like Fishing Jobs In Alaska.
