# Sportfishing-Specializing Accomodations This Alaska Lodge is on the Banks of the Kenai River By Alyson Wyers | Published 2014-10-31 | World Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alaska-lodge References: [alaska.org](http://www.alaska.org/detail/kenai-riverside-lodge) & [alaskawildland](http://www.alaskawildland.com/packages/kenai-riverside-lodge) Chances are if you enjoy wildlife and escaping to the wilderness, you also want to do something to preserve it -- which is where this Alaska lodge comes in. Described as a wilderness eco-lodge, the Kenai Riverside Lodge consists of 16 different cabins on the banks of the Kenai River. Run by Alaska Wildland Adventures, the ecotourism site provides a down-to-earth getaway. While the accommodations might feel mellow, the activities are anything but. The Alaska lodge is ideal for [sportfishing enthusiasts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/always-a-smooth-catch) and is considered the base camp for a number of Guided Journeys including rafting and hiking. They also offer naturalist programs, a [wood-fired sauna](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kenwood-inn-spas-beyond-the-vines) and family-style dining. There are a number of packages available too, if you're pining for the fjords or want to check out the backcountry. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 53% | Activity: 9% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [World](https://www.trendhunter.com/world) > [Travel](https://www.trendhunter.com/travel) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Eco-tourism:** Opportunities for companies to promote sustainability while providing wilderness experiences. - **Sportfishing:** Innovative ways to cater to the growing demand for sportfishing experiences and accommodations. - **Guided Journeys:** Creating customizable, all-inclusive, guided journeys for adventure enthusiasts. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Hospitality:** Providing sustainable, specialized and experiential accommodation in ecotourism destinations. - **Tourism:** Developing packages and programs for sportsfishing enthusiasts and nature enthusiasts. - **Outdoor Retail:** Manufacturing and supplying relevant sportfishing and wilderness equipment for adventure experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Alpine River Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/howqua-river-lodge.md) - [Western Mountain Resorts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bishops-lodge.md) - [Immersive Small-Ship Cruises](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alaska-cruise-tours.md) - [Up-Cycled Glamping Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ek-solutions.md) - [Architectural Tranquil Cabin Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bolder-londges.md) - [Waterside Retreat Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bora-boral.md) - [Exclusive Wild Salmon Offerings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alaskan-salmon-company.md) - [Northern Californian Ranches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/greenhorn-ranch.md) - [Exclusive Lake Front Stays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lakehouse-hotel-and-resort.md)