June 2023 is delivering. Fish counts at the sonar station are encouraging.
The Kenai River is running 6-8 feet visibility and sockeye salmons are stacking through the prime runs.
Guides are putting clients on good numbers every day this week.
River Conditions
River at 6-8 feet visibility.
Long daylight conditions throughout the week.
Fish counts at the sonar station are running very good.
Best windows: morning.
Water clarity is 8-10 feet in most sections.
What We're Seeing
Sockeye salmons are spread throughout the system.
Chrome-bright fish coming in fresh.
Good size averaging in the mid-range.
Best fishing in the upper section.
Recommended Setup
Best rig this week: Brad's Killer plugs working well.
Don't overthink the presentation.
Looking Ahead
Expect similar fishing through next week.
Call us before the week is gone.
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