Alaska Salmon Run 2025: Dates, Tips & River Highlights

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The Kenai and Kasilof Rivers are set to deliver another unforgettable season in 2025. Whether you’re targeting sockeye, coho, or trout, here’s your comprehensive guide to peak fishing times, trip options, and essential gear.


🗓️ 2025 Peak Salmon Run Timing

❌ King Salmon (Chinook)

Kenai River: Closed for the entire 2025 season to protect future runs.kenai-fishing.com

Kasilof River: Open with restrictions from May 20 to July 31.kenai-fishing.com


🔥 Sockeye Salmon (Red)

Kenai River: Peak run from July 10 to August 10.kenai-fishing.com

Kasilof River: Strong early run from mid-June through July.kenai-fishing.com


🎯 Coho Salmon (Silver)

Kenai & Kasilof Rivers: Best fishing from August 15 to September 10.


💥 Pink Salmon

Kenai River: Peak run from August 1 to September 1.kenai-fishing.com


📍 Month-by-Month Fishing Guide

 

Month Target Species
May Kasilof Kings, Rainbow Trout
June Early Sockeye, Rainbow Trout
July Peak Sockeye, Early Coho
August Coho, Pinks, Trophy Rainbow Trout
September Late Coho, Steelhead, Rainbow Trout

For a detailed calendar, visit our Kenai River Fishing Calendar 2025.kenaiflyfish.com


🎣 Trip Options & Rates

  • Half-Day (4 Hours): Ideal for families and first-timers. Rates start at $200 per person.

  • 3/4 Day (6 Hours): A balanced option for those wanting more time on the water. Rates start at $250 per person.kenai-fishing.com

  • Full-Day (8 Hours): Maximize your fishing experience. Rates start at $300 per person.kenai-fishing.com

Explore all trip options and book your adventure on our Guided Fishing Trips page.


🧰 What to Bring

We provide all necessary fishing gear, tackle, and waders. For personal items, refer to our Kenai River Gear List to ensure you’re fully prepared. kenaiflyfish.com


📞 Book Your 2025 Fishing Adventure

Ready to experience the best of Alaska’s fishing? Secure your spot today. kenai-fishing.com

For the latest fishing reports and regulations, visit the Alaska Department of Fish & Game.

 
 

Kenai River Fish Species

Rainbow Trout

Kenai River rainbows can be well over 30 inches and up to 20lbs!

Dolly Varden Char

Dollies range of all sizes and can reach up to about 12 lbs.

Steelhead

Steelhead are very uniform in shape and average around 28 inches. These amazing, acrobatic fish are often a fly fisherman’s favorite to target.

King Salmon

The Kenai River is open to motorized boats, allowing us chase the bite, and stay on the fish!

Sockeye Salmon

Sockeye salmon (also called red salmon) are the most popular salmon to catch on the Kenai Peninsula.

Coho Salmon

Ranging anywhere from 5-20lbs, coho are acrobatic and are probably the most aggressive salmon out there.

Pink Salmon

Pinks are completely underrated, they are extremely aggressive to catch and come in by the millions!

Halibut

Guided ocean fishing on the world-famous Kenai Peninsula