May 2023 is delivering. Good fishing conditions this week.
The Kenai River is running high and king salmons are pushing through the prime runs.
Guides are putting clients on good numbers every day this week.
River Conditions
River at high.
Cool mornings conditions throughout the week.
Fish counts at the sonar station are running excellent.
Best windows: early AM.
Water clarity is excellent in most sections.
What We're Seeing
King salmons are moving steadily.
Guides are on fish daily.
Good size averaging in the mid-range.
Best fishing in the upper section.
Recommended Setup
Best rig this week: standard tackle producing results.
Presentation is key right now.
Looking Ahead
Conditions should hold through next week.
A few spots left this month.
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