Why June is the Best (and Hottest) Month for Fishing in Alaska

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June is the Best Fishing Month in Alaska

  • 🔥 Peak King Salmon SeasonJune is prime time for landing massive King Salmon on the Kenai & Kasilof Rivers 🏆
  • 🎣 Sockeye Salmon Action Begins – By mid-June, the first waves of Sockeye start filling Alaska’s rivers
  • 🐟 Trophy Trout Feeding Frenzy – Big Rainbow Trout & Dolly Varden are aggressively feeding
  • ☀️ Longest Days of the Year20+ hours of daylight means more time on the water
  • 🚀 Less Crowded Than July – Fish before the mid-summer rush!
  • 🏔️ Perfect Alaska Weather – June is one of the hottest months, with daytime temps often hitting 60-75°F (15-24°C)

📍 Where to Fish in June?

Kenai River – One of the world’s best salmon and trout rivers, known for its huge Kings, early Sockeye, and trophy-sized Rainbows
Kasilof River – A drift-boat-only fishery, offering hatchery King Salmon and a peaceful fishing experience
Cook Inlet & Saltwater Fishing – Many anglers combine river fishing with Halibut & Rockfish trips for the ultimate Alaska adventure


🎯 What Can You Catch in June?

  • 🏆 King Salmon (Chinook) – The biggest and hardest-fighting salmon in Alaska
  • 🔥 Sockeye Salmon (Red Salmon) – Schools of fast, aggressive fish start running by mid-June
  • 🎣 Trophy Rainbow Trout & Dolly Varden – Some of the biggest trout of the season
  • 🦈 Halibut & Rockfish – Add an ocean fishing trip for a full Alaskan experience

🌅 How June Compares to July for Alaska Fishing

Feature June July
King Salmon Peak Season 🎣🔥 Tapers Off Late July
Sockeye Salmon Early Runs Start Biggest Sockeye Runs
Silver Salmon Not Yet Starts Late July
Rainbow Trout Aggressive Feeding Steady Fishing
Halibut Fishing Excellent Excellent
Crowds & Availability More Open Dates Peak Tourist Season 🚀

🔥 June offers the best mix of BIG Kings, early Sockeye, aggressive trout, and fewer crowds—while still having fantastic weather!


👤 Who Should Book a June Fishing Trip?

Anglers Who Want Peak King Salmon Action
Families & Groups Looking for an Early Summer Trip
Travelers Who Want to Avoid Peak Season Crowds
Serious Fishermen Looking for a Trophy Catch

Whether you’re a seasoned angler or a first-time fisherman, Kenai Fly Fish will provide an unforgettable guided experience on Alaska’s most famous rivers.


📢 Why Book with Kenai Fly Fish?

🎣 Expert GuideIan McDonald has over 19 years of experience on the Kenai & Kasilof Rivers
🏔️ Breathtaking Locations – Fish in glacier-fed waters surrounded by Alaska’s best scenery & wildlife
🛶 All-Inclusive Fishing – We provide top-tier gear, waders, tackle & fish filleting
📆 Customizable Trips – Choose from half-day, full-day & multi-day fishing charters


📞 Book Your June Fishing Trip Before It Fills Up!

🚀 Spots for June are in high demand! Don’t wait—reserve your Alaska fishing adventure now.

🔗 Book Now: KenaiFlyFish.com
📍 Guided Fishing on the Kenai & Kasilof Rivers
📞 Call or Text Ian: (907) 301-6957

🔥 Make this June your best fishing trip ever!

 
 

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