Ice Fishing Under the Northern Lights
Guided Ice Fishing & Aurora Tours in Alaska
Rod’s Alaskan Guide Service invites you to experience the magic of winter in Interior Alaska with our guided ice fishing tours. Located just outside Fairbanks, these tours take place in fully heated, mobile cabins—keeping you comfortable no matter the outside temperature. Whether you're on a daytime fishing trip or a night tour under the aurora borealis, our lakes offer the chance to catch Arctic Char, Rainbow Trout, Arctic Grayling, and King or Silver Salmon.
Each trip includes all gear, bait, and instruction, along with reindeer sausage snacks and drinks, and the opportunity to have your fresh-caught fish cooked right in the cabin. Our licensed guides will take you to the most productive fishing spots and help you reel in a true Alaska memory. Tours are ideal for all experience levels and include everything needed for a safe and rewarding outing.
Update:
17 November 2025
Fishing has been phenomenal this year. Most anglers have caught 10-20 fish in a 4 hour trip! We have caught a good mix of King Salmon, Silver Salmon, Rainbow Trout and Arctic Char.
We are now fishing in our heated cabins (F-86 & F-47)--fishing in style and comfort.
Trips are available Thursday-Tuesday, from November through early April.
What Our Guests Have Said
“The cabin is warm and fills with everyone sharing stories and cheering each other on and the smell of reindeer sausage and cooked fish. Would recommend”— Galit R.
“Mike had everyone catching fish/he was making us hot chocolates and he’s a mean chef. He filleted the fish and grilled them with butter and lemon pepper seasoning, which was amazing😋 We will always book with Ron’s on our return trips to Alaska!”— Jill G.
“Trevor made the experience much better with his knowledge, experience and charisma. The lodges are very cosy and warm and they are totally worth it as it was extremely cold outside.”— Moaid H.
Important Ice Fishing Information
- Most fishing takes place at Chena Lakes, near North Pole, Alaska
- Directions for meetup location of tour will be emailed to you 24 hours prior to tour time
- Heated cabins include electric and wood stove heating Same-day bookings welcome (call for availability)
- Online bookings available up to 3 hours in advance
- Fishing licenses required (not included; $15/day for non-residents)
- Minimum of 2 people per tour (solo anglers can join existing groups)
- Children under 5 are not permitted for safety reasons
- Sustainable fishing: one fish per guest may be kept for lunch or takeaway
Fishing License Instructions
Every nonresident angler over 16 years old must have a valid fishing license to fish in the state of Alaska. Before you arrive to fish with us, I ask that you please go online here:
https://store.adfg.alaska.gov and purchase your 1 day, non-resident fishing license ($15.00).
Online purchase instructions:
- Click “Shop as Guest”
- Enter your information
- Click the top left box labeled "Fishing, Hunting, Trapping License & Stamps".
- Click "Short Term Fishing Licenses & Stamps"
- On the drop down menu, select "1 Day Sport Fish License $15.00".
- Fill in the date and time of your fishing trip with us.
- Click “Add to Cart”
- A popup will ask if you want a king salmon stamp, Click "No"
- You can checkout now or in the top right you can click to add other group members to your purchase.
Important Notes:
- Be sure the start date is the date you're fishing with us.
- You do not need a king salmon stamp.
After your online purchase, you will receive the license by email. Download the PDF license and save it to your phone. Once downloaded you will need to open the document in editor and sign the license. You will need to show this license to your guide when you arrive at the fishing cabin.
Your Ice Fishing & Aurora Viewing Tour Options
- 4 Hour Daytime Ice Fishing (10AM or 2PM)
- Adult: $160.00
- Child (13 & under): $105.00
- 5 Hour Aurora Ice Fishing (10:00PM–3:00AM)
- Adult: $220.00
- Child (13 & under): $195.00
Combo & Ultimate Adventures
Add dog sledding and snowmobile tours to your fishing trip and save up to $75 per person.
- Save $60.00 – 2 hr snowmobile + 4 hr daytime fishing: $390.00/person
- Save $65.00 – 2 hr snowmobile + 5 hr aurora fishing: $445.00/person
- Save $70.00 – 2 hr snowmobile + 4 hr daytime fishing + 1 hr dog sledding: $565.00/person
- Save $75.00 – 2 hr snowmobile + 5 hr aurora fishing + 1 hr dog sledding: $620.00/person
Pick Up & Drop Off Available
Sit back and relax - we’ll get you there! Roundtrip transportation is now available.
- Cost: $50 per person
- Times: For our 10:00 AM four-hour ice fishing excursions.
- Locations: All Fairbanks hotels, North Pole Hotel, and Walmart
You will have the option to select transportation when you book your tour.
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Getting To And From Rod’s Alaskan Guide Service
Transportation to and from our guided tours is not provided, but many excellent options for every need are available in the area. Please visit our transportation partners below to arrange transport.
- Polar Gleam (907) 750-3029
- Moose Cab and Tours (907) 978-0536
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Military Discount
I proudly offer a 10% military discount to my fellow Military Retirees, Active Duty, and their Dependents. Use the discount code MIL10 at checkout to receive your discount. Valid military ID required at check-in.