AK Charters is a family-owned outfitter on the Klutina River, offering King Salmon fishing, scenic floats, ATV fishing, weddings, and wellness retreats.
Welcome to King For A Day Campground & Charters – Copper Center’s top-rated basecamp for adventure in the heart of Alaska. Set along the banks of the legendary Klutina River, this is where anglers, explorers, and road-trippers settle in, gear up, and chase the kind of days you’ll talk about for years. Whether you’re fishing some of the world’s best Sockeye and Chinook salmon runs, rafting glacial waters, or heading deep into Wrangell–St. Elias National Park, it all starts right here.
We’re an easy drive from Anchorage or Valdez, but once you arrive, it feels a world away. Stay in comfortable riverside cabins, full-hookup RV sites, or scenic tent sites just steps from the water. Explore our website or reach out to reserve your spot! We’re here to help if you have any questions and we look forward to your stay with us!
We offer guided fishing, river floats, and day tours on the area’s best rivers.
ATV to launch, float downriver, and fish for King Salmon and Sockeye at productive spots. All trips land at King For A Day.
30-mile ATV ride to Klutina Lake and upriver fishing spots. Target Grayling, Dolly Varden, and Sockeye in areas accessible only by ATV.
ATV to Klutina Lake, float downriver. Look for eagles, sheep, moose, and bear. Great for families with kids.
Learn about salmon behavior, selecting the right rod, tying your rig, casting techniques, understanding why fish don’t bite, and how to properly fillet your catch.
Get personalized recommendations to make the most of your time on the water.
Family-owned since 2015. We grew up on the Klutina River and have been guiding here for 11 years. We’re the only charter company on the Klutina River owned by someone who grew up fishing here.
Our guides work with first-timers and experienced anglers. We’re serious about fishing, but we keep things relaxed and accessible for families.
Military discounts available | Kids 12 & under fish for half price
King For A Day Campground sits at the junction of the Richardson and Edgerton Highways, making it an easy drive from Anchorage or Valdez. Just steps away is the Klutina River, one of Alaska’s most popular fishing destinations.
At King For A Day Campground, we offer cozy cabins, full-hookup RV sites, and tent camping, right on the riverbank with convenient access to world-class fishing.
Less crowded than the Kenai River – Bigger King Salmon – Strong Sockeye runs – Easy road access to the river
3.5 hours from Anchorage – 2 hours from Valdez – 15 minutes from Gulkana Airport
Wrangell-St. Elias National Park (largest in the U.S.) – Historic Copper Center Lodge – George Ashby Memorial Museum – Full-service campground at King For A Day
AK Charters has been family owned since 2015. Our guides live and fish here, knowing these waters well.
Whether you’re here to fish hard, float the river, get married, or unplug for a few days, we’ll help you build the right experience.
