Wolverine Creek | Big River Lakes Alaska

Wolverine Creek on Alaska’s west side of Cook Inlet is a remote fly‑in destination known for strong sockeye salmon and silver salmon (coho) runs that draw anglers by floatplane from Soldotna and Kenai. Mid‑summer typically brings prolific reds that fill the creek and nearby lakes, creating straightforward salmon fishing and consistent action during peak sockeye timing. As the season transitions into late summer, silvers push into the system, extending productive days into August and September on light gear or fly.

Wildlife and scenic wilderness make Wolverine Creek a benchmark for back‑country Alaska fishing trips, often referenced alongside other float‑in waters like Big River Lakes, the Kustatan River, and Crescent Lake AK for comparative planning. These trips combine salmon fishing with opportunities to observe brown bears feeding near shorelines, adding a safety‑aware outdoor component to the experience.

Posts connected to Wolverine Creek also tie into broader regional patterns seen on the Kenai River and Kasilof River, giving anglers perspective on run timing and conditions when planning multi‑species or extended Alaska fly‑out trips.

Alaska Fly Out Fishing: Wolverine Creek

January 26, 2013

Fly-out fantastic!… Up close and personal with the Brown Bears of: Big River Lake, West Side Cook Inlet “When the pilot said we’d see bears, I did not think they’d be five feet from the boat.” This is a typical reaction after visiting Big River Lake and the rocky mouth of Wolverine Creek. Why Wolverine …