Dolly Varden, painting
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Dolly Varden

Salvelinus malma

Dolly Varden follow Alaska's salmon runs, feeding behind the spawning fish.

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Destinations for Dolly Varden

One destination lists Dolly Varden, in the Pacific NW & Alaska. A guided day for two anglers costs about $610. Its best months are June, July, August, September and October. It has good public access.

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Original watercolor painting of Kenai River, Alaska
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Kenai River

Cooper Landing, Alaska · USA

Fly into ANC, 2 hr

Guide, per angler
$330
Public access
Good
Crowding
High
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