July 2022 is delivering. Some of the best sockeye fishing of the season.
The Kenai River is running running clear and green and dolly vardens are showing well through the prime runs.
Guides are putting clients on limits every day this week.
River Conditions
River at running clear and green.
Occasional rain conditions throughout the week.
Fish counts at the sonar station are running strong.
Best windows: early AM.
Water clarity is 8-10 feet in most sections.
What We're Seeing
Dolly vardens are stacking in prime holes.
Limits have been common with good technique.
Good size averaging in the mid-range.
Best fishing in the tidal reach.
Recommended Setup
Best rig this week: coho flies working for silvers.
Match what's in the water.
Looking Ahead
Run should continue building through next week.
Prime dates filling up.
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