If you’re eagerly counting down the days until the start of fishing season in Alaska, why not immerse yourself in some of the many excellent books on fishing? Reading is a fantastic way to build anticipation and deepen your understanding of the Alaska fishing scene before you set foot in this angler’s paradise. Your thrilling Alaska fishing adventures begin with booking directly with Island Point Lodge. In the meantime, here are some highly recommended books about fishing in Alaska to fuel your excitement. Alaska Fishing: The Ultimate Angler’s Guide The Alaska Fishing: The Ultimate Angler’s Gu ..read more

Alaska is one of the best places in the world for halibut fishing and black bear hunting. It’s a vast state with plenty of areas that offer these pleasures. Petersburg, Alaska, is an excellent place for fishing and wildlife viewing. You’ll be near the iconic Alaska Inside Passage, known for its spectacular fishing opportunities. You will also be in the footsteps of some of the best black bear hunting and wildlife viewing available in the state. But to best take advantage of everything, you must book directly with Island Point Lodge. We offer a combined hunting and fishing excursion in Spring ..read more

Alaska is one of the best fishing destinations in the world. If you are interested in fishing, you must visit this wonderful state sometime in your life. Whether you are new to the hobby or you’ve been absent from it for some time, you might be worried about equipping yourself with suitable gear for your fishing adventure in Petersburg, Alaska. We can help. Island Point Lodge can equip you with the best gear and expert guides to make this a fishing vacation to remember. Here is how we can help make your fishing dreams come true in Petersburg, Alaska. Fishing Equipment All guests to Island Poin ..read more

One of the most beautiful natural phenomena is The Northern Lights, otherwise known as the “Aurora Borealis.” Depending on where you live in the lower 48, the Northern Lights can be a rare sight, or it’s not as remarkable as some of the pictures you might find online. If you are in Petersburg, Alaska, you’ll be in one of the best places to tour The Northern Lights. You’ll be set up to see The Northern Lights the best way if you book directly with Island Point Lodge. Here is what you need to know about touring The Northern Lights when you visit Alaska. What Are The Northern Lights? The Northern ..read more

The Inside Passage in Alaska is an area of the world that is not just a beautiful sight to see, but it’s packed with an exciting history. It’s great for fishing, and it’s a must-see natural attraction in Alaska that you will be glad to see firsthand. The best starting place to see the Inside Passage in Alaska is by booking directly with Island Point Lodge. It helps to get some interesting facts about this Alaska sight. Before you set sail along the Inside Passage, here are some interesting facts and history about this wondrous Alaska area. The total length of this Marine Highway stretches mor ..read more

One way to get a small taste of a location you are curious about is to turn on the TV sometimes. There are many informative and entertaining TV shows about Alaska. If you want to visit Alaska, check out the outstanding lodgings at Island Point Lodge and stream some of these series before you embark on your Alaska vacation. Here are some of the best TV shows about Alaska that you should start watching tonight. Northern Exposure Northern Exposure is an Emmy award-winning comedy-drama that aired in the 90s. It is focused on a small-town drama set in the fictional town of Cicely, Alaska. While the ..read more

Nothing beats a warm cup of coffee in the morning just before you head out for a day filled with fishing. If you are looking for a stellar place to fish and drink coffee, set your sights on Petersburg, Alaska, and the Island Point Lodge. Regarding coffee, we have some suggestions to get your morning off to the right start. Enjoy a cup of coffee at one of these Alaska places. Common Grounds Common Grounds is excellent for those that are in a hurry to fish or whale watch in Alaska. That’s because Common Grounds is a drive-thru coffee shop. If you like it enough, bring home a bag of coffee beans ..read more

Alaska is an outstanding destination for wildlife viewing. This is especially true when it comes to whale watching in Alaska. For any avid outdoor enthusiast looking for something more to do when traveling to Alaska, you should set your sights on Petersburg, Alaska. Island Point Lodge is more than happy to help you find the best whale-watching experiences and more. Here are the best places for whale watching in Petersburg, Alaska. Alaska Passages Alaska Passages will take you to the Frederick Sound. It’s one of the best places in the state for those that want to see humpback whales. You will h ..read more

Alaska is home to some of the most beautiful natural scenes. It’s everything from the forests to wildlife and more. One of the most unique and gorgeous natural scenes that are unlike anything else in the world is the glaciers. Whether you see them from far away or up close, one of the best ways to observe this is on glacier tours in Alaska. But first, you need to find fantastic lodging, and Island Point Lodge can help you. Stay with us, and then head on one of these glacier tours in Alaska. Alaska Passages Adventures Alaska Passages Adventures is based right here in Petersburg, Alaska. It offe ..read more

If you ever want to get a better idea of what Alaska looks and sounds like, then watching movies featuring Alaska is a great way to start. The state has played center stage for many feature films. Get yourself in the Alaskan mindset before booking your next vacation with Island Point Lodge. Here are some of the more exciting and popular movies about Alaska. Into the Wild Into the Wild is based on the book (with the same name by Jon Krakauer) that is filmed and set partially in Alaska. The movie follows the true story of Christopher McCandless, who, in 1992, set aside his regular life for one i ..read more