Another solid week out here on the Kenai River.
River is running at perfect levels and we're seeing strong numbers through the system.
Water is 5-6 feet clarity, warm days, and the rainbow trouts are not making it easy to stay off the water.
River Conditions
River at 5-6 feet clarity.
Warm conditions throughout the week.
Fish counts at the sonar station are running strong.
Best windows: all day.
What We're Seeing
Rainbow trouts are spread throughout the system.
Chrome-bright fish coming in fresh.
Good size averaging in the mid-range.
Best fishing in the tidal reach.
Recommended Setup
Best rig this week: nymphing for rainbows behind salmon.
Don't overthink the presentation.
Looking Ahead
Expect similar fishing through next week.
A few spots left this month.
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