Why? Simply put – Waterfall Resort’s specific location in Alaska’s Inside Passage! Since the late 1800s, the West Coast of Prince of Wales Island in Alaska’s Inside Passage has been a commercial fishing center cultivating the annual Salmon and bottom fishery. In the cool waters surrounding Prince of Wales Island, rich tides prime the deep waters to create habitats for millions of baitfish that attract annual returns of trophy-size King Salmon, Silver Salmon, Halibut, Ling Cod, Red Snapper and Rockfish. Today, novice and avid Alaska anglers sport fish these same productive coastal waters.
2. Waterfall Resort’s Remote Location and Historic Cannery Roots
Waterfall Resort is recognized as one of the finest remote sport fishing destinations in the world. Established in 1912 and operating until the late 1960s, Waterfall Cannery was a rugged community of seiners, fish trappers and international workers all coming together to manage the most prolific and innovative salmon processing cannery in Alaska. Since 1983, Waterfall has remodeled all buildings, docks and powerful water and electrical capabilities.
3. 4-Star Guest Service and Experienced Team of Guides and Staff
Waterfall Resort is proud of our outstanding reputation for guest services. With 95 service employees, we have an unparalleled 1-to-1 Staff-to-Guest Ratio. From your arrival to departure you will enjoy your unique sport fishing adventure while your Waterfall service staff attends to all the details. From custom fish processing, massages and on-site airline check-in services,
4. Gourmet Alaska Recipes & Cuisine by Chef Michael Vogler
Waterfall Resort is well known for its excellent dining experience. Meals are served in the Guest Dining Room overlooking picturesque Ulloa Channel. All Entrees, Breads, Pastries, Soups and Salads are prepared fresh daily by Chef Michael Vogler and his staff.
5. All-Inclusive 3 and 4 Night Alaska Sportfishing Packages
Your Alaska fishing trip itinerary at Waterfall Resort has been carefully designed to includeall the key elements of a superior Alaska fishing experience:
Knowledgeable reservations staff
Complimentary round-trip float plane from Ketchikan
Fine accommodations
All meals included
Your boat with an experienced Alaska fishing guide and all fishing equipment / tackle / all-weather gear and boots
All fishing processing (packaging) with travel box
Resort-wide hospitality and housekeeping services
On-site availability of an Alaska Airlines representative to assist with Alaska travel arrangements.
6. Professional Guides, Top Quality Boating and Fishing Equipment
Your Alaska fishing adventure takes place in our custom-designed 25 ft. Almar aluminum cabin boats by renowned builder North River. These boats are built for safety and Guest comfort including shock absorbing front-facing seating for 4 guests, heated cabin, and Furuno marine electronics. Our Alaska fishing guides are Coast Guard licensed and professionally trained to manage their guests’ fishing experience. Tested tough G. Loomis Rods and Shimano Reels complement the guest experience.
7. Unique Waterfront Resort Guest Accommodations
Each night, you can relax in Historic Cape Cod style cabins, lodge rooms or 2-bedroom townhouse suites or deluxe Egg House suites all with wet bar, refrigerators and coffee makers.
8. Alaska Airlines on-site Travel Agent
This is truly an unmatched service exclusively for Waterfall Resort guests. Waterfall provides Alaska Airline check-in services at the resort on Departure Day. Our representative will provide your seat-assigned boarding pass from Ketchikan to Seattle and your luggage claim checks. Once you arrive in Ketchikan, your luggage and fish boxes are processed through security and to your plane. You pass through TSA security and on to your departing plane.
9. The best Photos of Alaska Wildlife and the Dramatic Coastlines of Alaska’s Inside Passage
Capture memories of family and friends landing a King Salmon or a large Halibut. Video Humpback Whales breaching and Eagles soaring. This is high adventure by boat as you cruise bays, islands and passages…all in a day.
10. A Unique and Memorable Alaska Fishing Story
This is what makes Waterfall Resort truly a world-class destination. Each time you visit the Resort, you create more Alaska fishing trip memories in a destination which is truly unique among fishing enthusiasts. From the halibut and salmon fishing to the Alaska wildlife to the stunning landscapes to the summer weather. This is Alaska…every day is full of adventure…and this is why you long to return.
In the early 1900's, Waterfall was the largest salmon packing plant on the west coast of Prince of Wales Island. Like most canneries in Alaska, this remote operation on the Ulloa Channel was a complete, self- sufficient, temporary community. When the season was over, all but a few workers departed until the next summer's migration.
