Want bear viewing in Alaska? Go no further. Fantastic company, great pilots,…read moreknowledgeable/personable guides. We saw a dozen bears, safely, from 30 yards away. The day's ending finished with a crescendo: a mother bear diving for salmon and feeding her 3 cubs. Beyond spectacular!

Absolutely would recommend! Had such a great experience with…read moreAlaska West Air! Our pilot Brad was awesome, and even let me sit up in front. Crescent Lake was so so gorgeous and had plenty of fish for us to catch. Our guide Luke was 10/10. Also, there was another group next to us with Mike/Badger as their guide, and he was 10/10 as well. Both guides gave us plenty of tips on where to try to fish. Badger even cooked us all lunch with the freshly caught salmon. My boyfriend and I both caught our limit of sockeye salmons for the day. We also saw multiple bears which made the trip even more exciting. I will be remembering this wonderful experience for a long long time. Thank you all so much!

Absolutely a top event in my entire outdoors experience to date. What a facility. My brothers and I…read moretook one trip to Wolverine creek and one to Crescent lake. The flights were on time, the front desk check in was great, the pilots were over the top helpful and man the views were impossible to beat. The owner answered my call past 9pm and booked me for the next day even though they were super busy! Simply cannot say enough

Terrible woman will blindside you. Steer clear of this place. Back n forth on verbal agreements are…read morenot worth its weight. Hustles its tenants on basic accommodations.

This all inclusive fishing "camp" is amazing. The beautiful log lodge is conveniently located…read moreclose to all the best fishing and wildlife. Dorothy and Lindsey, the owners, take care of everything. Fishing trips are all coordinated for you. All you have to do is show up, they provide all your gear and supplies. Famous for their red cooler lunchboxes, they are really treasure boxes. The rooms are very well appointed and comfortable. Breakfast, lunch and supper are included. If you think you are going to be eating anything but gourmet you would be incorrect. Smoked salmon Alfredo, prime rib, my favorite eggs Benedict are just a few of the selections. The entire staff is friendly and helpful. We have been 7 times and have never been disappointed. The evenings around the dining table telling fish stories are very special memories . Friendships are made, you will feel like family, you should try it out for yourself. Love this place! Special shout out to Remy the lodge dog/greeter.

My family and I spent a week here over Fourth of July weekend and had a great time! We've never…read moregone on a fishing excursion before, so we weren't sure what to expect, but Hooksetters made everything easy, comfortable, and enjoyable! We went out on one salt water excursion from Homer and 3 river charters, which were all exceptional. The guides called the night prior to ensure we knew what time to meet them the next day and to confirm the location. There were several changes to our itinerary based on the weather, which were communicated well ahead of time so we could plan appropriately. The guides were personable, professional, and worked incredibly hard to make sure we caught as many fish as possible. They filleted the fish on the river and on the boat back to harbor (ocean), then we were able to drop the fish off at the processors on our way back to the lodge for freezing and packing. Each person is allowed 50 pounds of fish, and we easily filled two boxes with halibut and sockeye salmon. The lodge is equipped with lots of extra equipment for use - waders, rain-gear, fishing poles, coolers, etc. Breakfast is a help yourself situation with cereal, yogurt, fruit, breads, and one cooked item that can be heated like quiche or breakfast burritos. Lunches are packed the night before so you can grab and go. They contain sandwiches, chips, cookies, trail mix, nuts, and bottled water. Hors d'oeuvres were served every night but Thursday, the cook's night off. They usually consisted of a soup, meats, cheeses, and crackers. There were also meatballs and jalapeño poppers. Dinner was varied, with salads each night and bbq ribs, salmon, bacon wrapped filet, bbq brats, and pork loin. There was also dessert, of course! If you're late, the cook wraps up your food so you can heat it up later. All in all, I was very impressed with this location, but the people were what really made it memorable. Everyone was so helpful and friendly, especially for rookies like us. There were several guests who had been here before and were back again, and I can see why. For a great guided fishing experience on the Kenai, check out Russell fishing and stay at Hooksetters!

We had an amazing experience at Alaska Hooksetter's Lodge and Russell Fishing…read more Glenn and Karen who run the operation are amazing. Carmen and Heather are absolutely amazing with the food. The exceeded our expectations. Wendy helping with all the lunches. The Lodge is beautiful and enjoyed the time around the campfire each night with amazing appetizers and drinks. What made the difference is the people of Hooksetter's and Russell fishing. A completely painless trip where everything was taken care of. The accommodations were top notch outstanding.... Definitely will be coming back..... Oh and the fishing...... 4 of us caught after all the fish were cleaned and processed...... 226 lbs of Halibut, Rock Fish, Ling Cod, Yellow Eye and Salmon.... See pics Thank you again for an awesome experience

I thought the hotel was really go for what it was, a budget friendly hotel!…read more It is located right outside of Kenai airport .... you could walk to it if you are on a layover and need a place to crash! Lots of parking. We stayed in a dog friendly room, on the end. They provided a dog dish and some dog treats! There are some trails behind the hotel that I was able to walk my dog down, he seemed to enjoy them. They offer a "continental" breakfast... it was some cereal and coffee/juice. But, I'm not complaining, I enjoyed the rare lucky charms indulging!

I have stayed here twice. The first time was when I needed to unexpectedly extend my stay in the…read moreKenai area and stumbled upon the hotel after staying at another hotel. So much quieter than the first place even though it's literally across the street from the airport. Very clean, staff is beyond friendly. The second time I didn't even think about staying elsewhere. Comfy beds, great location, and again, quiet! For me, it's like a home away from home!

Thank you Amy and Greg for such a hospitable time! Privately owned RV park, very clean and well put…read moretogether! Trash bins accessible for use, lots of space for a motorhome. We had a 45ft motorhome and there was plenty of space to set up a camp with space inbetween the neighbors. We love that there was a shuttle to take us to the river so we didn't have to deal with parking, absolutely a bonus! Will be coming back next year.

Captain Robert took my son for his first fishing experience in Kenai AK. He accepted our request…read morein last minute. He was very kind, we felt great vibes. My son got really nice experience under huge nature, met the bear, eagle and moose. Now he loves fishing, would fishing again. If you are beginner or kids, don't worry. Captain will take care of you very well. Thank you so much Captain. See you again!

It was a little place right by the river. Things are clean and the staffs are extra helpful. If it…read moreis the time of sockeye salmon run, this place could be the best place in town. I would visit there again, if I have a chance.