Alaska Fishing Resorts Archives - Favorite Bay Resort

14 01, 2022

What You Need to Know About Bear Viewing in Alaska
What You Need to Know About Bear Viewing in Alaska

What You Need to Know About Bear Viewing in Alaska

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Known for fostering North America’s highest concentration of brown bears, with an estimated 1,600 specimens, Admiralty Island, Alaska, is easily one of the best places in the world for bear viewing. These coastal omnivores love eating salmon and often put on a show with their predatory prowess. As such, Favorite Bay Lodge has become a preferred destination for nature lovers and bear enthusiasts alike. An Admiralty Island, Alaska, Bear Viewing Primer With roughly three brown bears for every human, it’s not surprising that the area around Angoon, Alaska, has become such a bear viewing hot spot. The male brown bear [...]

24 09, 2021

Alaska All-Inclusive Resorts | Culinary Excellence
Alaska All-Inclusive Resorts | Culinary Excellence

Alaska All-Inclusive Resorts | Culinary Excellence

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Not everyone can say they’ve had the chance to enjoy fresh fish that they caught themselves. Here in Angoon, Alaska, finding fresh seafood is a quintessential experience that promises to bring you along on an unforgettable culinary adventure. Whether it’s firm, flaky halibut cheeks, savory Dungeness crab, or a slab of wild-caught salmon, the kitchen crew at Favorite Bay Lodge will teach you a thing or two about authentic Alaskan cuisine. Part of what makes Favorite Bay such a desirable Alaska resort for discerning vacationers is the unrivaled all-inclusive amenities such as luxuriate four-course dinners, breathtaking scenery, and world-class fishing [...]

15 01, 2021

The Next Alaska Fishing Season: Reasons to Book Now
The Next Alaska Fishing Season: Reasons to Book Now

The Next Alaska Fishing Season: Reasons to Book Now

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The only thing that goes faster than the Alaskan fishing season at Favorite Bay Lodge on Admiralty Island is the rate at which we turn our attention to the following year. Now don’t get us wrong, having a short reprieve from the hustle and bustle of running a wilderness fishing resort is certainly welcome. But still, we’ve already started taking a pointed look at next season and what we need to do, so we suggest you do the same. We know there will be plenty of eager anglers and other outdoor enthusiasts chomping at the bit for a well-deserved retreat, [...]

7 12, 2020

Angoon, Alaska, Travel Packing List and Smart Travel Tips
Angoon, Alaska, Travel Packing List and Smart Travel Tips

Angoon, Alaska, Travel Packing List and Smart Travel Tips

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You may have heard numerous globetrotters tell you the most crucial aspect of traveling in Alaska is to have plenty of layers. We certainly won’t dispute that notion, but still, there is much more to consider for your travel packing list when visiting Angoon, Alaska, and beyond. Spring always seems to creep up on us, and before we know it, our Alaskan luxury resort will be ready for eager visitors chomping at the bit for adventure and excitement. After you’ve booked your stay, we encourage you to follow the travel packing list we provide below while also making a few [...]

27 10, 2020

Give the Gift of an Alaskan Fishing Trip on Admiralty Island
Give the Gift of an Alaskan Fishing Trip on Admiralty Island

Give the Gift of an Alaskan Fishing Trip on Admiralty Island

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It's hard to believe, but holiday festivities are just around the corner. Although many fortunate people already know what to give their loved ones, some may be perplexed at what makes a meaningful gift. Whether it's a parent, spouse, friend, or relative, an Alaskan fishing trip is something they'll cherish forever. Not only will you be delivering them a chance to land highly coveted species ranging from native salmon to massive halibut, but you'll also be giving them a life-changing experience that rests at the top of many bucket lists. From guided fishing expeditions around Admiralty Island to whale watching [...]

20 04, 2020

Whale Watching in Alaska with Favorite Bay Lodge
Whale Watching in Alaska with Favorite Bay Lodge

Whale Watching in Alaska with Favorite Bay Lodge

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For any adventurer, it’s hard to beat candidly observing large, majestic animals as they revel in their natural environment. With an abundance of krill and herring, the Chatham Strait offers prime habitat for one of our favorite neighbors: the humpback whale. Nature enthusiasts from all over the world gather to witness these massive creatures create a once-in-a-lifetime exhibit of epic proportions. As temperatures begin to rise in the northern Pacific Ocean, whales will start migrating from Mexico, making the best times for whale watching in Alaska from May through September. The Chatham Strait Finding the whales is crucial to whale [...]

7 02, 2020

Tongass National Forest in Angoon, Alaska
Tongass National Forest in Angoon, Alaska

Tongass National Forest in Angoon, Alaska

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The Tongass National Forest covers around 17 million acres of the Southeast Alaska Panhandle, including Angoon, Alaska, on Admiralty Island, where Favorite Bay Lodge is located. During your stay, you'll be able to take the most incredible photos on some of the best hikes in Alaska in the national forest. Not only is the forest full of wildlife including wolves, bald eagles, and brown bears, it's also referred to as the national salmon forest. You'll find the five species of salmon, and you should know that there are more salmon in Tongass than all of the other national forests combined! [...]

7 12, 2019

The Importance of Spending Time in Nature in Angoon, Alaska
The Importance of Spending Time in Nature in Angoon, Alaska

The Importance of Spending Time in Nature in Angoon, Alaska

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Enjoying the great outdoors while in Angoon, Alaska, is the best part about staying with Favorite Bay Lodge during the summer. Relax, rejuvenate, and feed your soul with clean, fresh air as you escape the city and bask in nature. While at our lodge, you will be able to get your recommended dose of vitamin D, increase your energy, take a digital detox, and build your strength through our adventurous daily activities. Whether you’re hiking in Alaska through the Tongass National Forest, kayaking on the hidden lakes, or are reeling in a monster catch, you’ll feel a sense of self-care [...]

7 10, 2019

A Look Ahead to Next Year on Admiralty Island
A Look Ahead to Next Year on Admiralty Island

A Look Ahead to Next Year on Admiralty Island

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It's never too early to book your trip to one of the most beautiful places in Alaska, Favorite Bay Lodge on Admiralty Island. Since many set out on an Alaska fishing vacation, you'll want to make your reservations early to ensure your spot! During your Alaska salmon fishing trips, you'll have the opportunity to do some of the best saltwater salmon excursions throughout your stay. Aside from fishing the five species of salmon as well as halibut, the area has freshwater streams that hold healthy populations of Cutthroat trout, Dolly Varden char, and steelhead. Keep reading to find out what [...]

7 07, 2019

Fall Fishing Adventures: Freshwater Silver Salmon
Fall Fishing Adventures: Freshwater Silver Salmon

Fall Fishing Adventures: Freshwater Silver Salmon

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As we flip the calendar to July, many of us turn our attention to the upcoming fall fishing season here at Favorite Bay Lodge, the only luxury fishing lodge near Angoon, Alaska. We’ve evolved into one of the most talked-about Southeast Alaska fishing lodges primarily because of our saltwater fishing trips, gourmet cuisine, and jaw-dropping ocean views. But our serene island destination is also a short boat and canoe trip from world-class salmon and trout fishing, especially during autumn’s peak. Many anglers prefer fall fishing trips because the freshwater silver “coho” salmon are as feisty as ever, and the surrounding [...]