Learn lake trout fishing with a guide, even if you're new to the sport
3 hrs
2 to 10 people
Kayak or SUP, fishing gear, snacks
Learn lake fishing basics as you paddle with a guide. Keep fish caught within Alaska Fish and Game limits, with on-site cleaning included.
Cancel before 5 PM the day before for a full refund minus credit card processing fees. No refunds after 5 PM the day before, for no-shows, or if you arrive more than 15 minutes late. Trips may be modified, postponed, or canceled for weather. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather.
Product ID: GFZNDR
Requires meeting the American Canoe Association Essential Eligibility Criteria for paddling. This includes maintaining a sealed airway underwater, turning face-up and floating in a life jacket, getting out from under a capsized paddlecraft, and reentering it after a deep-water capsize independently or with reasonable assistance from a companion.
Alcohol, drugs, and other impairing substances are prohibited before and during the activity. You may be refused participation without a refund if staff determine you are under the influence.
Use provided equipment responsibly and return it in the condition received, aside from ordinary wear. You are financially responsible for equipment loss or damage, excessive cleaning, and applicable late-return costs.
Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area, 4376 Glenn Hwy, Palmer, AK 99645
Rented 3 kayaks from Adventures by True North AK to use at the AirBnb we are staying at with family. Heather made booking easy and Derek made delivery easy by unloading the kayaks and pulling them out by the pond! Loved the price, as well (even included life vests). These rentals made our stay so much more fun! Can't wait to try a few of their paddle adventures this summer! Edited to add: I did a family paddle on Cottonwood Lake and a Paddle and Paddle & Paint on Meier Lake with Adventures with True North and they were SUCH FUN! Danika and Heather are great guides and we had so much fun! The kayak and SUP rentals are both fabulous.
Erin F
August 10, 2026
Rented 3 kayaks from Adventures by True North AK to use at the AirBnb we are staying at with family. Heather made booking easy and Derek made delivery easy by unloading the kayaks and pulling them out by the pond! Loved the price, as well (even included life vests). These rentals made our stay so much more fun! Can't wait to try a few of their paddle adventures this summer! Edited to add: I did a family paddle on Cottonwood Lake and a Paddle and Paddle & Paint on Meier Lake with Adventures with True North and they were SUCH FUN! Danika and Heather are great guides and we had so much fun! The kayak and SUP rentals are both fabulous.
Erin F
August 10, 2026
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