Fish with us on the famous Kenai Peninsula. Unpack your bags one time and fish the Cook Inlet, Gulf of Alaska, Kenai River, Kasilof River, or even remote lakes and rivers. King salmon, silvers, sockeyes, giant rainbows, and salt water halibut are only some of the species we fish.
Try some guided sea kayaking, take a Kenai fjords day cruise, hike along glacial streams, fly out in a float plane to see bears, or go sightseeing.
From three-course dinners to the largest box lunches around Kenai, our lodge feels like the comfort of home after a Thanksgiving meal.
We’ve helped 100s of people like you over the past 15 years with planning a trip of a lifetime. Whether it’s a birthday, anniversary, retirement, or other family celebration, we know what it takes to make this trip a fantastic, memorable experience. We know this because our guests tell us.
Lindsey, Crooked Creek’s owner, is ready for your call.
Memories made at Crooked Creek
Alexander D. from IL 2023
I just got back from the trip, and for now, this is going to be my temporary review with 5 stars. There is a lot to say, and describe, all I can say for now: it's worth every single penny that you spend, the service, the food, the views, the handling absolutely everything it top service. Miss Dorothy, Lindsey, and her entire crew will not leave you disappointed.
Oh, and last thing, lots and lots of fish!!!!
David B. from LA 2021
Crooked Creek lodge is amazing!! That really says it all. Dorothy welcomed us and told us from before we arrived if we needed anything at all, just let her know and she would do her best. Before arrival we had so many choices of things to do during our stay but she really helped in figuring it out for us. This was our first trip to Alaska and Crooked Creek made the stay so enjoyable. The nightly meals were just wonderful and having the opportunity to share stories each night with the other guests was so much nicer than eating at a restaurant by ourselves. It was so nice to have them pack us a lunch for the days adventure. They even packed a special lunch and did special meals for my son who is a picky eater. We had incredible experiences fishing, seeing scenery, and meeting the wonderful people of Alaska. If this is your first or 10’th time traveling to Alaska, you should contact Crooked Creek about staying at their lodge. Words are just hard to describe the wonderful time we had. I am ready to book my next stay already!!
Chris S. from SC 2023
Dorothy and her team are nothing short of amazing. We were spoiled from day 1, and didn't have to worry about any aspect of our trip; from meals to guides. They took a bucket list trip for my son and I and turned it into a life changing experience where we got to see beyond the tourist areas to real Alaska. I will never be able to say enough good things about Crooked Creek!
Ken H. from UT 2023
We had such a sun trip to Alaska and thank Crooked Creek Retreat for making our experience so memorable. We simply let Lindsey know what activities we wanted to participate in and everything was set up from there. Our food, accommodations, and our daily activities were top-notch. Lindsey and Dorothy were exceptional hosts, and we'd love to return sometime soon.
Ernest J. from OH 2022
My son and I just spent a fabulous week at the Crooked Creek Retreat and it was one of the best weeks of my life. From the first day, being greated by Dorothy, Lindsey and Remy the resident dog, the week only got better each day. Their responsiveness to whatever we needed was nothing less than first class. They kept us well fed and informed each day of what was going on the next day. When to get up, where to be and how long it would take to get there. Each day was a treat to be at the Retreat. They were flexible with excursions we wanted, adding a fly in trip that ended up being the best and most productive of all. I want to thank them for a memorable experience that will never be forgotten . Highly recommend them.
Letter From Lindsey
Hello,
I invite you to come spend a week with us in our lodge, Crooked Creek Outfitters. The doors were first opened by my mother, Dorothy, in July 2007 and we have been growing ever since. She built this lodge log by log alongside her family. My niece and I helped pull wire for outlets – it was truly a family affair! The lodge is her primary residence, so she is here year-round. At the end of the 2023 season she decided to step back just a little from the daily operations and even though I had already been managing the lodge with her, she left big shoes to fill! But not to worry- she is still at the lodge full-time and you will still get to see her and chat with her when you visit.
What makes us special is that we take care of all the details. Our goal is to make sure you have the best experience possible from the moment you arrive until we are waving goodbye as you are pulling out of the driveway.
I know that it is difficult to pick the right location and then the right outfitter when there are so many on the web. The Kenai Peninsula gives you accessibility and variety. Most remote lodges and lodges in the southeast you fish the same thing and the same place every day. On the Peninsula you will have variety- salt fishing halibut and multi-species, salmon, trout, rivers, lakes, streams, something different every day, or repeat your favorite.
Arrange your flight from your hometown into Anchorage, rent a car, and drive down to us or fly into the Kenai airport and you can rent a car there. With a vehicle you can go out and about for sight-seeing and other activities.
I would love to have you stay with us for the first time or visit us again. All of you who have stayed with us in the past helped make the last many years a great success. You have made memories together with Dorothy, and I have truly enjoyed making memories with you as well. I would love to see you again or meeting you for the first time!
I will welcome you like your favorite cousin would- I will take care of details, serve wonderful fresh food, and schedule the best activities and fishing trips I can. You will love it here and immediately feel at home once you walk in the front door. We have worked hard to make this a high-end lodge/outfitter and balance that with real, down-home comfort. I love to see our guests down at the fire pit throwing horseshoes or sitting around the tables after dinner laughing. When the cars pull in, I can't wait to hear how your day was. Sometimes my daughter, Ruth, or my husband, Jonathan, will come to help grab lunch boxes and want to hear your stories too. This is a family business built with love, and after you stay with us, you’re family too! Come join us!
I look forward to hearing from you,
Lindsey
Owner/Outfitter
Crooked Creek Retreat & Outfitters | 59325 Sterling Highway Kasilof, AK 99610 | 907.802.2302
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