August 2023 is delivering. Silver salmon are showing in the lower river.
The Kenai River is running perfect low-water conditions and sockeye salmons are stacking through the prime runs.
Guides are putting clients on limits every day this week.
River Conditions
River at perfect low-water conditions.
Cooling evenings conditions throughout the week.
Fish counts at the sonar station are running very good.
Best windows: morning.
Water clarity is 5-6 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: chartreuse or orange flies for silvers.
Don't overthink the presentation.
Looking Ahead
Conditions should hold through next week.
Call us before the week is gone.
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