April 2022 is delivering. Good fishing conditions this week.
The Kenai River is running clearing and dolly vardens are showing well through the prime runs.
Guides are putting clients on good numbers every day this week.
River Conditions
River at clearing.
Variable conditions throughout the week.
Fish counts at the sonar station are running very good.
Best windows: incoming tide.
Water clarity is 5-6 feet in most sections.
What We're Seeing
Dolly vardens are showing well.
Chrome-bright fish coming in fresh.
Trophy-class fish showing.
Best fishing in the main stem.
Recommended Setup
Best rig this week: standard tackle producing results.
Presentation is key right now.
Looking Ahead
Expect similar fishing through next week.
A few spots left this month.
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