Another solid week out here on the Kenai River.
Fish are stacked in the prime holes and we're seeing strong numbers through the system.
Water is running clear and green, evening calm days, and the rainbow trouts are not making it easy to stay off the water.
River Conditions
River at running clear and green.
Evening calm conditions throughout the week.
Fish counts at the sonar station are running strong.
Best windows: afternoon.
What We're Seeing
Rainbow trouts are showing well.
We're seeing quality fish throughout the day.
Trophy-class fish showing.
Best fishing in the tidal reach.
Recommended Setup
Best rig this week: nymphing for rainbows behind salmon.
Don't overthink the presentation.
Looking Ahead
Conditions should hold through next week.
A few spots left this month.
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