What To Bring On Your Fishing Trip

Our lodge and guides will supply all fishing equipment, bait & tackle, boats, kayaks, floats, etc.  Here is a recommended list of things guests should bring on their fishing trips to Stephan Lake Lodge:

– Breathable waders
– Wading boots (No felt bottom sandals)
– Neoprene wading socks (optional)
– Long sleeve “Quick Dry” type shirts
– “Quick Dry” type pants
– Long underwear, NO COTTON
– Fleece pants
– Fleece jacket or vest
– Shorts & personal clothing for after fishing
– Lightweight rain jacket, Gore-Tex if possible
– Smart wool or similar socks
– Pair of warm gloves
– Sunscreen, insect repellent, & Cortisone anti-itch cream
– Bandana or similar garment for blocking sun on neck and face (optional)
– Brimmed hat
– Personal fishing vest or pack (optional)
– Camelback water carrier or Nalgene water bottle
– Polarized sunglasses with retaining strap
– Digital watch with alarm
– Electricity voltage converter (international travelers)
– Headlamp or small flashlight
– Binoculars
– Camera

Experience the remote Alaskan wilderness...

We are locally owned and operated with over 20 years of guiding experience in Southcentral Alaska. We are proud to call Talkeetna our home and look forward to the opportunity to share this wonderful country with you. We know you will love it as much as we do! Unique to Stephan Lake Lodge is our series of outlying cabins. These rustic log cabins are warm, dry, and comfortable. They form a loop through the Alaskan wilderness and are a comfortable day’s walk from each other. Our goal is that you have an enjoyable, comfortable and safe experience. Our staff know this country well and share our love and respect for it. You will receive the personal attention you deserve and a wilderness experience you will never forget.