About Us
Welcome to Float Alaska. When you build a trip with us you will be working directly with Eric Elliott. My goal is to provide you with the essential information not only to make your trip safe but comfortable. The Alaskan outdoors can be harsh without the proper planning.
I have spent most of my life chasing fish, floating rivers, camping and backpacking. I am proud to say I have supported both of my sons in their journey to become Eagle Scouts. I have guided in Idaho and Alaska and fished in most of the lower 48 states. Salmon and Steelhead in the Pacific Northwest have kept me busy many days. I have also enjoyed chasing the sun and saltwater fish from Florida to Hawaii down to Mexico, Belize and Costa Rica. My passion however lies in the wilderness rivers of Alaska. I have extensive knowledge that I would like to share for both gear fishermen and fly fishermen.
In the late 80’s a group of friends and fishermen started exploring the areas soon to be designated as the Yukon Delta and Togiak National Wildlife areas. By the early 90’s I was guiding in Alaska and this same group of people started Float Alaska. I saw the ads in the magazines but never jumped on the trip. I was starting a family in the lower 48 (Idaho) buying a house and life went another direction. I returned to Alaska multiple times exploring various areas.
In 2012, I was very fortunate and found myself in a position to purchase the operation that had been successfully navigating these same rivers for more than 20 years. I have been at the helm of Float Alaska for over 10 years. March 3rd 2023 is Float Alaskas’ official 30th birthday.
I will never lose sight of the fear and excitement involved in learning and exploring new water in a remote area. I know these rivers intimately and I have fine tuned our equipment for safety and comfort. I am part of your team and I want to share my experience with you for an amazing float trip.
I enjoy finding a good guide and staying at a nice lodge but found I enjoy the challenge and benefits of a self supported DIY trip. Our rivers are nothing short of world class. The value proposition of our trips is exceptional. Our waters are non glacial, non whitewater and typically crystal clear water in the upper and mid sections with good clarity in the lower portions. Exceptional sight fishing for kings, silvers, rainbows, dolly varden, char and grayling the full river.
When I am not fishing I enjoy hunting chukar through the hills of southern Idaho and eastern Oregon. You may find me chasing elk on occasion in Idaho Montana Wyoming or Arizona. To keep in shape I will be mountain biking, hiking, backpacking or just hitting the gym. Being in good physical condition is an important part of my life.
My goal with float Alaska is to provide a home base for various groups.
- Easy comfortable affordable value on world class rivers
- Value trip for the budget minded family
- World class fishing for the hardcore guys/girls group
- Extreme value and flexibility for the retired physically active folks
- A place to add onto a “lodge week” for an extended Alaska Adventure
Float Alaska has been floating this area for over thirty years. Use our knowledge and our experience to make your trip the experience of a lifetime.
