I've all of the reviews written about Tower Rock Lodge prior to mine here and highly encourage anyone reading this to do the same. You don't need, however, to get past even one to grasp just how special Tower Rock Lodge is. I find it difficult to contribute anything new to the accolades they've already received, and though tempted to do so, will not plagiarize the eloquently written words of those who precede me. All people/things have faults, and many people would lump service industry businesses in with businesses that tend to have more than their fair share. When it comes to Tower Rock Lodge, however, as hard as I've tried throughout my experience with them to find even one, I've not been successful...but will update this review if/when I am. Don't hold your breath. I'm a firm believer in the notion that "if something seems too good to be true, it probably is", and I'll avoid it like the plague. Tower Rock Lodge is one of the rare exceptions to this notion. It is truly good. So, not to waste any more of your valuable time, I'll cease to ramble and let you get on with booking them for your next Alaskan fishing adventure. You will be, as the rest of us here are, elated you did. Any best wishes I could extend pertaining to your real adventure, will be realized when you book with Tower Rock Lodge. Simply put, they are the best! read more

My third trip to Tower Rock Lodge (8/23) was as fantastic as the first two. Joe, Maude, and the awesome guide staff (Joe, Willie, Ollie & the rest) were very patient, professional and always went the extra mile to make sure we had fun and hooked lots of fish. Gabe, the Executive Chef, made sure our bellies were full of excellent cuisine. Our sockeye, coho, and halibut fillets were eagerly enjoyed by our friends and families back home. The customer service we received was again second to none. I'm anxiously awaiting my next trip back to TRL and cannot recommend them highly enough. You won't be sorry. read more

One of the best experiences I have ever had on a vacation. The staff is great and provided top notch customer service. Couldn't have asked for a better fishing trip. The food was awesome and I was amazed with the quality of the meals. For example, my first night we had surf and turf, with filet mignon and shrimp. The guides were so accommodating and really took the time to make sure that we were successful in catching fish. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone who is looking to go on a fishing trip, beginner or experience level. read more

Just returned from my 2nd trip to TRL. There are a million different outfitters and guides on the Kenai Peninsula but there's no need to look anyplace other that Tower Rock. This isn't your typical outfitter. Not only do they focus on the fishing, but they make sure EVERYTHING is taken care if for you. No need to haul your gear from home, just show up and you'll use their top-end equipment from Orvis, Simms, etc. Their guides are absolutely top notch. The guys put us on the fish each day, cleaned our catches and took it to the processor for freezing and shipping without a blink. You can tell the owners take care of them; not much turnover and the guides speak highly of the place. The food is outstanding! JR and his team knocked it out of the park with each meal, and there's never a shortage of wines and cigars to go along with the great food. What else can I say.....TRL gives you a perfect combination of great fishing, awesome food, big laughs and amazing value. read more

I didn't quite know what to expect when my husband told me he booked the "Greatest Fishing Experience in Alaska" for our 25th wedding anniversary. I have been awarded the pleasure of many a guided fishing trips as it is my passion, and most have been fairly rustic. The guide service was adequate but not exceptional, until we arrived in Alaska. All that would change the minute we drove into the TOWER ROCK LODGE compound on the Kenai River. We drove past literally dozens of fishing lodges and promises along the way, but our booked destination is by far the best surprise at the end of the road. When you drive in the compound you're greeted by a two story lodge with a stone front facing and second floor porch made of the pristine cannery lumber that used to operate on the property. The lodge is nestled up against the Kenai River and trees surround all of it. Its breathtaking scenery is only enhanced when you drive around the gravel road toward the cabins that outline the meeting fire pit in the center of it all. You also pass a dining hall that accommodates everyone. The cabins are made of logs as the eatery that serves breakfast/lunch and dinner at a five star quality. Each cabin has several beds in it, but the oversized bathrooms offer the finest back home experience in the wild. Perfect for those ladies who want a little outdoors and a little luxury. Don't let the rustic welcome fool you, this remote wilderness offers the best customer service available in the hospitality business! The guides take great pride in your success. Names like, "Big Game," who watches your back for potential threats, or even slipping on the rocks in your wading boots. When we arrive a guide named Ocean, who had no issue with carrying our 50 lb bags over the rock driveway just to protect them, met us. Carson, another guide was extremely hilariously patient with my children as they cast in alternate directions from his instruction. Joe is very informative about the conditions, the area, the history and the knowledge of fishing. He shares all he knows just so you can bring them home. Their only goal is to make your visit a lasting lifetime impression. Yes, men it's about the fish you catch and we caught 100 pounds of Sockeye Salmon and Halibut the few days we were here. Mike and Marc, the owners, make you feel like you're part of the family, caring for your every need during your stay. We flew on a floatplane to a remote area on a lake fed by a glacier. We were not too cold, nor too hot. It was perfect spinner rod fishing in some of the most beautiful backdrop of natural landscape in the world. The Tower Rock Lodge set up an excursion for us to meet Jim who owns Ninilchik Saltwater Charters. He took our whole family of six out to what he called Idaho on the bay for Halibut fishing. My daughter caught nine fish in two hours! The fish stories by the circle campfire at the end of the evening are epic. Families converge to meet before cocktails and dinner. There's just enough time to play games, chess, talk, drink and socialize before turning in for that much needed sleep so we can do it all over again. For me, my adult son met lifelong friendships. My husband and I reconnected because it is a true vacation experience. My adult daughter caught more fish than all of us, and the other members of our family took the most amazing video and pictures. I want to shout a huge thank you to everyone who worked so tirelessly to make this experience such a wonderful value for the money spent. We plan on coming every year! #FamilyFriendly, #FishingLodge, #Womenwelcome, #CatchFish, #BestAlaskaVacation read more

Amazing place! Worth every penny. The entire staff makes you feel welcome from the minute you arrive. The food is excellent and the guides will do everything they possibly can to put you on the fish. They communication with you each day and get your feedback on what kind of fishing experience you want and tailor your experience to what you are looking for. I would recommend this place to anyone looking for a dream fishing vacation. read more

This is an awesome lodge for the quintessential Alaskan fishing and experience. The owners, Mike and Mark provide an outstanding fishing experience. The guides are long tenured, knowledgeable and experienced. Also just an all round great group of guys. Dining and accommodations are first rate. The staff is very attentive to making it a great trip no matter whether fishing or dining. We will return. read more

We (three generations) just came back from our 3rd trip to Tower Rock Lodge and can't wait to go back again. There are cheaper lodges out there but this is first class from the accommodations, to the food to the fishing. Speaking of fishing these guys know what they are doing. Limited out every day even getting my 15 year old on so many fish that we had our limit of sockeye in less than 1.5 hours one day which gave us a lot of time to go explore. When they say all you need is layers of clothes, hat, glasses and your fishing license they aren't lying (no lucky charm needed in our group). Top notch fishing gear, waiters, boots, rain gear even my left handed son was taken care of with the right amount of professional instruction to keep us on fish. Our only snafu on the trip was a low tire air pressure light on our rented SUV. We asked if we could borrow a pressure gauge and the TRL guys did one better, they took the SUV and inflated the tire and we had no additional issues with the car. Thank you Joe, Mike and the rest of the team for a great fishing vacation and helping create fantastic memories read more

My husband and I just left Tower Rock Lodge after a spectacular 4 day fishing trip. TRL exceeded all of our expectations. Specifically: The Fishing - TRL delivers a variety of fishing experiences - based on our interests and also - where the fish were! We had a variety including river fishing for salmon, lake fishing for trout and landlocked salmon and a fly-out trip to fish and experience a flyover tour of wildlife and glaciers. There was more we could have done (halibut on the open water - we passed on that one). These guys know what they are doing and stay on top of current conditions everywhere to make the fishing the most successful. The Food - TRL feeds you a delicious, varied, creative menu. Breakfasts are hearty yet very special (eggs Benedict with bacon and smoked salmon), lunches range from utilitarian (sandwiches, chips and snacks) to unexpectedly cool (foil wrapped salmon, rice and veggies with Thai sweet and sour sauce grilled on the banks of a lake). And the dinners were nothing short of five star! Interesting, creative, plentiful - beautifully presented. Most important to me - include a home made dessert. There were any kind of beverages (alcohol and otherwise). Anything you wanted - you just had to ask. The Staff - Mike and Mark have assembled a team of folks that are exceptionally good at what they do and extremely service oriented - not because they are 'trained to be that way' but because they are naturally that way. Tom cooks fantastically and Alexis took care of us. Our fishing guides (Burner, Bubba and D-money) were just right - knew the fishing, attentive and friendly but could 'chill' too. And along with Mike and Mark are so clearly doing what they love - it is infectious. The Weather - since the weather was so perfect during our entire stay - I somehow think TRL had something to do with it!! I could go on and on - but won't!! Bottom line - we will be back! read more