Josh Howard shows off new flipping and punching combo.

How To Break A Winter Skunk Streak (Video)

Kayak angler Josh Howard has been on a skunk streak this winter. In a recent YouTube video, Howard shared his tactics for breaking out...
Kristine Fischer casts from her new kayak fishing rig.

Pro Angler Kristine Fischer Launches Her Dream Fishing Kayak (Video)

After updating her rig for 2026, Kristine Fischer took her new kayak fishing setup out on its maiden voyage on Lake Seminole, Florida. Fischer...
kayak angler catches sailfish

Kayak Angler Catches Monster Sailfish (Video)

While out with the Umgebi Kayak Fishing Club, kayak angler Arnie Scholtz caught an absolute sea monster on Salmon Bay near Ballito, South Africa. The...
Jake Suvak poses with a fish for Fit to Fish Challenge. Feature Image courtesy Jake Suvak.

Jake Suvak Wants Kayak Anglers To Get In Shape

Every day, another angler attaches a motor to their fishing kayak making it more maneuverable and faster, but slowly taking the “kayaking” out of...
Kayak angler hooks into mystery river monster on the Columbia River

Kayak Angler Hooks Into Mystery Monster (Video)

While fishing on the Columbia River, Josh Howard, a YouTube creator under the handle NWTrailSeries, hooked into a mystery fish that took him for...
Kayak fisherman is chased by a great white shark near Monterey California

Kayak Angler Chased By Shark (Video)

What started out as a normal sunny morning on the water in Monterey Bay, California, turned into an exciting ordeal when YouTuber Ducky2o Fishing...
Philip Backus with West Virginia fishing trophy.

Philip Backus Named West Virginia’s 2025 Best Of The Best

Every season, West Virginia kayak anglers compete throughout the year to not only win the title of Angler of the Year, but also to...
Image of Justin Floyd and Paul Glass with the kayaks they entered in the YakOff II Competition

Clean Builds And Precise Maneuvering: YakOff II Finalists Share What Makes A Kayak Shine

As the YakOffs II competition reaches its final round, we’re catching up with final round competitors Justin Floyd and Paul Glass to learn in...
Native Watercraft Hammer.

The Native Watercraft Hammer Is Built To Rig Without Forgetting Its Roots

The Native Watercraft Hammer is a full-featured, full-on fishing kayak with the ability to rig with motors, pedals, accessories and the whole nine yards. The...
Derek Brundle's blade baits for winter bass.

The Best Bass Lures For Winter

Cold temperatures and short days make bass, and bass anglers, lethargic. But hardy souls who brave the elements are rewarded with the biggest bass...
woman chats with a salesperson at the kayak shop about getting outfitted a beginner for kayak fishing

Beginners Guide To Kayak Fishing: Boats & Gear

Ancient Chinese philosopher Laozi says the journey of a thousand miles begins with one step. For beginner kayak anglers, the journey begins with the...
Kyle Hammond holds up a pike he caught while kayak fishing

Stop Being A Hater, Learn To Love Pickerel

Who hasn’t been frustrated by a northern pike? Insanely aggressive with a mouth full of teeth, pike are famous for crashing a party. How...
Editor stands next to the Minn Kota Kayak Terrova trolling motor.

Minn Kota’s Affordable And User-Friendly Trolling Motor

Folks have been really excited about the Minn Kota Kayak Terrova motor since it launched. The big reason why is it is a kayak-specific...
A Texas rig bait setup attached to a fishing reel.

How To Rig And Fish The Texas Rig

I slowly raised my rod tip, feeling the bullet weight inch across the bottom until my plastic worm rested against the ruins of a...

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Dustin Doskocil
Dustin Doskocil is one of the first pro photographers to focus his camera on kayak fishing. Each summer, Kayak Angler editors send Dustin on a wild adventure to an unusual destination.
man standup fishing from a kayak in front of a rocky shore in Wyoming

Find Out-Of-This-World, Untouched Fishing In Wyoming

Wyoming conjures images of cowboys, high plains, Native American culture and Rocky Mountains. The state is the 10th largest and least populated making it...
Holding up a rainbow trout while kayak fishing in Colorado

Most Popular Kayak Fishing Destinations: Denver, Colorado

Dustin Doskocil is one of the first photographers to focus on kayak fishing. He’s filmed the biggest names in the sport for the biggest...
Alaska is home to all three species of North American bears: black, polar and grizzly bears, like this mother and cub. | Photo: Dustin Doskocil

Alaska Fishing Is As Wild As The Nature

A lot has been said about fishing in Alaska, but few kayak anglers have ventured to the 49th state. The land of giant halibut, massive salmon runs and plentiful rockfish deserves exploration.
Close to town, out of this world. | Photo: Dustin Doskocil

Fish Colorado: Gross Reservoir in Denver

For city anglers looking to get away from the crowds, Gross Reservoir is a 440-acre lake at 7,290 feet. Rolling hills covered in pine...
Photos by Dustin Doskocil

Kayak Bass Fishing’s First $100,000 Payout

For six months leading up to Kayak Bass Fishing’s (KBF) National Championship, it was all anglers talked about. From the time KBF president Chad...

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Deep Into The Drink: Pacific Mothership Trip Scores Bluefin Tuna

La Jolla truly is one of the greatest wonders of the kayak fishing world. Ocean currents carry nutrient-rich water close to shore attracting big...
man stands and fishes from a kayak at Sanibel Island, Florida

Sanibel Island, Florida: The Perfect Mix Of Peace And Fishing Adventure

Close your eyes and picture a tropical fishing paradise. Do you see crystal clear blue-green water and endless white-sand beaches? Smell the salt on...
woman chats with a salesperson at the kayak shop about getting outfitted a beginner for kayak fishing

Beginners Guide To Kayak Fishing: Boats & Gear

Ancient Chinese philosopher Laozi says the journey of a thousand miles begins with one step. For beginner kayak anglers, the journey begins with the...
Georgina Ballantine with her record-setting salmon, photo taken in 1922

What Do You Know About Fishy Folktales?

Anglers are famous for telling tall tales about huge fish and the one that got away. In common culture, the term “fish story” is...
overhead photo of Howie Strech on his fishing kayak with bluefin tuna on the deck during his mothership trip from La Jolla

Deep Into The Drink: Pacific Mothership Trip Scores Bluefin Tuna

La Jolla truly is one of the greatest wonders of the kayak fishing world. Ocean currents carry nutrient-rich water close to shore attracting big...
man wades near rocks in midriver with fishing kayak beside him as he casts fly line

Do You Remember Your First Fishing Rod?

I remember standing in the small sporting goods section of the post-exchange and looking at the bubble-wrapped fly fishing rod hanging on the wall....
Newport Vessels trolling motor attached to kayak on water.

Best Kayak Motors For 2025

As a dedicated kayak angler, I’ll admit that something about motorizing a kayak has always felt off. That said, I’ve come a long way...
Author Kevin Hughes shows a fish caught from his inflatable fishing kayak.

Best Inflatable Fishing Kayaks For 2026

The word “inflatable” is enough to make most hardcore anglers hesitate. For more seasoned (a polite way of saying skeptical and old) anglers like...
Editor Ric Burnley using the fish finder on his kayak.

Best Kayak Fish Finders For 2026

Kayak anglers want to have our cake and eat it, too. We want the convenience of a small, plastic boat and the fishing capability...
Hi-Catch Diamond fishing line

Best Fishing Lines For 2025

With all the excitement about new fishing rods, reels and lures, it’s easy to forget about the most important connection between angler and fish—the...

Best Fishing Kayaks

Asking me to pick the best fishing kayak is like asking a mother to pick her favorite child. I love them all for their...
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Chad Hoover stands on his kayak and grabs hold of a fishing rod on a lake in Alabama

8 Of The Best-Kept Secret Bass Fishing Spots In Alabama

  Anglers don’t visit Northern Alabama to experience the hustle and bustle of city life. They want to get away from it all in the...
icy water on Lake Michigan in front of a lighthouse, where you can catch coho salmon

Catch Coho Salmon By Crankbait On Chilly Lake Michigan

The extreme southern tip of Lake Michigan attracts massive schools of baitfish followed by large numbers of trout and salmon. Coho salmon pilgrimage to...
fishing kayak sits on the banks of the Chesapeake Bay during John Hostalka's birthday tour

Chesapeake Bay Birthday: Angler Celebrates With Trip Of A Lifetime

At 4 a.m., I am jolted awake by the sound of waves crashing close to my head. The tent fly is flapping against the...
Chad Hoover stands and paddles while passing trees on the shore

8 Best Lakes For Kayak Fishing In North Alabama

Throw a line in North Alabama and it’s destined to land in one of the world’s finest bass lakes. The rivers of North Alabama...
three kayak anglers fishing in a clear Texas river flanked by gnarled trees

Road Trip: Kayak Fishing Across Texas From North To South

Dustin Doskocil is a native Texan. Five years ago, the pro photographer moved out of the state. But, each year he returns to explore...