Nenana River

Nenana River, in Alaska, United States, is a river where current dictates almost everything. Rocks, undercut banks, and fallen timber are the obvious targets, but the productive water at Nenana River is often the seam between two current speeds — that's where fish wait for food to drift past. Match the size of your bait or lure to whatever insects, baitfish, or crayfish you can see in the water.

Location

64.5669, -149.1190 · View on OpenStreetMap →

Species at This Spot

BurbotArctic grayling

Fishing Techniques

• For Burbot

  Fish near the bottom in deep water, especially during low-light conditions or at night, as burbot are nocturnal predators.

• For Arctic grayling

  Arctic grayling often feed in riffles and runs, so focus your efforts in these areas and use a drag-free drift when fly fishing.

Recommended Gear

Tackle commonly used to target the species at Nenana River.

Plan Your Trip

Anglers heading to Nenana River should sort licences and confirm seasonal regulations for Alaska before the trip. A quick weather check the morning of helps too — wind direction in particular can make or break a session at a spot like Nenana River.

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