Luck Lake Fishing Guide, Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area, Alaska

• Overview

  Luck Lake sits within Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area in Alaska. The ground around here is open valley. It measures some 509 acres, and wind has room to build across it. Around 5.0 miles of bank, which is a long day on foot. Few waters listed in Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area are bigger. Craig lies 35 miles from the water. The nearest city of size is Vancouver, 613 miles away. It lies deep inside the county rather than near an edge.

• Where to Fish on Luck Lake

  No depth figure has reached our records, which makes a plummet useful. Where the bottom changes texture, fish gather; find that line. The shallow end warms first and pulls fish in ahead of the rest. Public occurrence data for Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area names pink salmon, Chum salmon, Chinook salmon, Coho salmon and sockeye salmon. Some of the species recorded here are protected or tightly regulated, so check what may be targeted before you fish. Treat Luck Lake as a water to read rather than to cover.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Seasonal averages run from 30°F in January up to 56°F in August. The freeze here is occasional rather than annual. It should never be assumed safe, whatever the month says. Late winter often fishes better here than midsummer does. Time your trip to Luck Lake by conditions rather than dates.

• Tackle & Baits

  There is no clear statement anywhere on who can fish it. Records list it as a natural water body rather than an impoundment. Mapping shows no built access close by; expect to walk in from wherever you can leave the car. Trout here take small spinners, spoons and, where fly water allows, a nymph or dry. Where the road in crosses private land, ask first. Some water is controlled locally without a sign saying so. Little Lake sits 5 miles off and takes the overflow. Check the position on Luck Lake before loading the car.