September 2023 is delivering. Trout loaded up on salmon eggs and flesh.
The Kenai River is running dropping fast and rainbow trouts are pushing through the prime runs.
Guides are putting clients on good numbers every day this week.
River Conditions
River at dropping fast.
Rain increasing conditions throughout the week.
Fish counts at the sonar station are running strong.
Best windows: afternoon.
Water clarity is 5-6 feet in most sections.
What We're Seeing
Rainbow trouts are stacking in prime holes.
Chrome-bright fish coming in fresh.
Some nice fish in the mix.
Best fishing in the main stem.
Recommended Setup
Best rig this week: beads in pink or natural.
Match what's in the water.
Looking Ahead
Conditions should hold through next week.
Prime dates filling up.
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