Another solid week out here on the Kenai River.
Big chrome silvers coming in fresh from the ocean and we're seeing above average numbers through the system.
Water is perfect low-water conditions, fall hints days, and the rainbow trouts are not making it easy to stay off the water.
River Conditions
River at perfect low-water conditions.
Fall hints conditions throughout the week.
Fish counts at the sonar station are running above average.
Best windows: early AM.
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 main stem.
Recommended Setup
Best rig this week: chartreuse or orange flies for silvers.
Presentation is key right now.
Looking Ahead
Conditions should hold through next week.
A few spots left this month.
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