Things to do in Cooper Landing, Alaska (AK): The Best Boat Tours & Water Sports

June 15, 2021 Osvaldo Hartline

Cooper Landing is a census-designated place (CDP) in Kenai Peninsula Borough, Alaska, United States, about 100 miles (160 km) south of Anchorage, at the confluence of Kenai Lake and Kenai River. The town was first settled in the 19th century by gold and mineral prospectors, and has become a popular Summer tourist destination thanks to its scenic wilderness location and proximity to the world-class salmon fishery of the Kenai River and Russian River. As of the 2010 census, the population in Cooper Landing was 289.
Restaurants in Cooper Landing

1. Alaska River Adventures - Day Tours

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Alaska River Adventures - Day Tours

With 40 years guiding in Alaska, we’ve guided thousands to Alaska's best spots... a few at a time.Rare permits let us fish in the National Wildlife Refuge where the best fishing and wildlife viewing is found. All of our guides are well seasoned old pros and we provide top quality equipment. Choose from lots of options – everything from half day fishing to week long all inclusive lodge packages and Wilderness River Expeditions.

2. Kenai River Float-n-Fish

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Kenai River Float-n-Fish

We are a small, family-owned “Mom & Pop” guided adventure company. We are year-round residents of Cooper Landing, Alaska and are honored to share our wealth of knowledge and passion for the incredible waters of the Mighty Kenai River. We love helping folks enjoy the adventure of Alaska! We offer first-class Kenai River guided fishing trips by drift boat for Trout and Salmon. We love to fly fish and spin fish and instruct in both. We welcome anglers of every age and skill level! Our personal service to you is of utmost importance to us, and we strive to deliver an unforgettable experience. Get hooked on the Mighty Kenai with Kenai River Float N Fish! Full Day Trips | Half Day Trips | Sailing Charters | Tipi Glamping

3. Alaska Gold Panning with Prospector John

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Alaska Gold Panning with Prospector John

My property is in Cooper Landing nestled in the Kenai Mountains and next to the beautiful Kenai Lake. We are approx 2/1/4 mile from where the Kenai Lake dumps into the start of Kenai River. We teach prospecting and gold panning skills and you learn how to find gold starting with a shovel and raw river gravel.We also have gem and fossil panning, my own brand of wild meat jerky, mining and prospecting supplies and a small gift shop with Alaskan made gifts. We also have a full day prospecting and back country excursion into the wilderness where you can see the Alaskan wilderness up close and prospect for gold in a wild stream if you so desire...

4. Alaskan Angling Adventures LLC.

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Alaskan Angling Adventures LLC.

Experience the Kenai with Alaskan Angling Adventures. Fully guided fishing trips on the Kenai and Kasilof rivers on Alaska's Kenai Peninsula. Experience the natural beauty and world renowned fishing of this majestic mountain paradise with experienced local guide Mike Adams. Full and half day trips depart daily. All skill levels welcome. Fly or spin fish for wild Alaskan salmon or native rainbow trout and dolly varden char. All gear is provided. Come with a positive attitude and a camera and leave with memories for a lifetime!

5. Kenai Riverdog

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Kenai Riverdog

Kenai Riverdog is a custom rafting and guiding company located in Cooper Landing, Alaska. The Kenai River is known for turquoise waters, beautiful scenery, salmon runs, and abundant wildlife. We specialize in small group sizes and special event excursions ranging from 2-3 hours, with an option of going through the stunning Kenai Wildlife Refuge.

6. Alaska Streamers

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Alaska Streamers

Come and experience a day of guided fishing on the pristine waters of Alaska's Kenai Peninsula. Alaska Streamers offers full day guided fishing trips and half day guided fishing trip adventures on the Kenai River and Kasilof River. Our Kenai fishing guide service strives to be the best at what we do.

7. Kenai River Fly Fishing

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Kenai River Fly Fishing

We are a small family owned and operated business offering guided sport fishing trips on the Kenai River. Choose from a full day to a half day fishing for Rainbow Trout, Dollie Varden or multiple species of Salmon (run times vary). Come enjoy Alaska in the most ideal setting with stunning views and world class fishing.

8. Alaska Troutfitters

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Alaska Troutfitters

If you want a vacation filled with great fishing and beautiful scenery, you must come see us here in Cooper Landing. We offer comfortable lodging, a fly shop stocked with everything you need to fly fish the area waters, and trophy Rainbow Trout, Dolly Varden, King, Red, and Silver Salmon fishing with experienced fly fishing guides. We offer hike-in fishing trips as well as half day and full day guided drift boat trips. Started in 1984 by the Legendary Curt Trout Muse, Alaska Troutfitters has been laying down drifts on the Kenai River and its tributaries for over 25 years. Owned and operated by true diehard anglers, Alaska Troutfitters is your definitive source for discovering what truly lies beneath the depths of the Kenai River. Whether you are a full blown beginner or a seasoned master, Alaska Troutfitters will take your Trout and Salmon fishing to the next level.

9. Kenai River Trout Anglers

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Kenai River Trout Anglers

Kenai River Trout Anglers is your select family run Kenai River Fly Fishing guide service for Trout and Salmon on the world class Kenai River. Located in beautiful Cooper Landing, Alaska, we offer daily drift boat trips through the Kenai National Wildlife Refuge and the Chugach National Forest. The area is known for its scenery, wildlife and phenomenal fishing which brings people back year after year. A fishing adventure with Kenai River Trout Anglers is your professional choice to experience Alaska's best! We are top rated for a reason with 20 years of guide experience on the Kenai JJ Brown and crew have the right personality and demeanor to make your day on the Kenai FUN. We offer full day, Half day, spinning, and fly fishing float trips on the Kenai. We fish for Rainbow Trout, Dolly Varden, Sockeye, Salmon, Silver Salmon, and Pink Salmon. Come see for yourself why we have so many clients return every year to fish with the best!

10. Kenai Experience

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Kenai Experience

Kenai Experience is one of a limited number of outfitters permitted to fish for sockeye salmon, silver salmon, dolly varden, rainbow trout, and much more in the waters of the Kenai National Wildlife Refuge, a stretch of the Kenai River in Cooper Landing known for its impressive fishing. You can expect a great day of fishing on the turquoise waters of the world renowned Kenai River with a backdrop of the majestic Chugach Mountains. It is the goal of your guide (Alec Lamberson) to provide you with the best possible experience. You can feel confident you will receive professional instruction in a safe no-pressure environment. We realize, for some, the trip to Alaska is a once in a lifetime experience. With this in mind it is our goal to make the time spent on the water with Kenai Experience one of your best memories of Alaska.

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