Another solid week out here on the Kenai River.
Silver salmon still moving through the system and we're seeing solid numbers through the system.
Water is fall clarity, cooling fast days, and the dolly vardens are not making it easy to stay off the water.
River Conditions
River at fall clarity.
Cooling fast conditions throughout the week.
Fish counts at the sonar station are running solid.
Best windows: all day.
What We're Seeing
Dolly vardens are stacking in prime holes.
Chrome-bright fish coming in fresh.
Trophy-class fish showing.
Best fishing in the lower river.
Recommended Setup
Best rig this week: light leaders for spooky fish.
Presentation is key right now.
Looking Ahead
Expect similar fishing through next week.
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