July 2023 is delivering. Best water conditions of the summer.
The Kenai River is running 5-6 feet clarity and king salmons are moving through the prime runs.
Guides are putting clients on good numbers every day this week.
River Conditions
River at 5-6 feet clarity.
Long days conditions throughout the week.
Fish counts at the sonar station are running excellent.
Best windows: afternoon.
Water clarity is 6-8 feet in most sections.
What We're Seeing
King salmons are spread throughout the system.
Limits have been common with good technique.
Trophy-class fish showing.
Best fishing in the main stem.
Recommended Setup
Best rig this week: 8-10lb fluorocarbon for sockeye.
Match what's in the water.
Looking Ahead
Conditions should hold through next week.
Prime dates filling up.
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