July 2023 is delivering. The river is on fire right now.
The Kenai River is running excellent visibility and sockeye salmons are moving through the prime runs.
Guides are putting clients on good numbers every day this week.
River Conditions
River at excellent visibility.
Occasional rain conditions throughout the week.
Fish counts at the sonar station are running strong.
Best windows: early AM.
Water clarity is 6-8 feet in most sections.
What We're Seeing
Sockeye salmons are moving steadily.
Chrome-bright fish coming in fresh.
Good size averaging in the mid-range.
Best fishing in the lower river.
Recommended Setup
Best rig this week: coho flies working for silvers.
Presentation is key right now.
Looking Ahead
Expect similar fishing through next week.
Prime dates filling up.
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