Spey Fishing 

King Salmon

King Salmon, also known as Chinook, are the first to make their way into the river, typically arriving by mid-June. We target these powerful, chrome-bright fish using swung flies, with two-handed rods. Their aggressive takes on swung flies make for an exhilarating experience.

The lower Togiak is an advanced spey anglers dream and our guests prefer two-handed rods during late June and Early July. The Togiak is known for big deep runs with big chinook.

Gear Recommendations for King Salmon Success

To maximize your chances of landing these mighty Kings, having the right gear is essential. Here's what we recommend:

  • Rods: A two-handed rod in the 14-15 foot range is ideal for covering water and handling the strength of these fish.

  • Lines: Skagit heads are a must, with multi-density lines being particularly useful in varied water conditions.

  • Sink Tips: Bring a selection, including 10’ T11, 10’ T14, and 10’ T17 tips. MOW tips are also excellent choices for fine-tuning your presentation.

  • Leader Material: Maxima 20 lbs is our go-to, with 3-4 feet being the perfect length for a strong, effective setup.

  • Flies: Effective patterns include Prom Dress, Reverse Marabous, and Intruders. Stick to colors like black, pink, blue, and green to entice these aggressive fish.

  • Hooks: Use good quality, strong-wire octopus hooks in sizes 1 to 1/0 to handle the power of these incredible salmon.

With this setup, you'll be ready to take on the challenge of targeting King Salmon with confidence.

Other Species

The Togiak River fishing season revolves around its incredible king and silver salmon runs, complemented by excellent trout fishing. Kings typically run from June 15 to July 25, while silvers arrive from Early August to September 25th.

In July, the Togiak welcomes a massive influx of chum salmon, with tens of thousands entering the river, along with an impressive pink salmon run during even years. Additionally, the mid-July sockeye run adds to the river's productivity.

Rainbow trout thrive in the river's braided sections, with trophy fish nearing 30 inches in length. Sea-run Dolly Varden are abundant, making the Togiak a diverse and productive fishery.