September 2023 is delivering. Fall colors making for spectacular days on the river.
The Kenai River is running fall clarity and silver salmons are showing well through the prime runs.
Guides are putting clients on good numbers every day this week.
River Conditions
River at fall clarity.
Shorter days conditions throughout the week.
Fish counts at the sonar station are running excellent.
Best windows: early AM.
Water clarity is 5-6 feet in most sections.
What We're Seeing
Silver salmons are moving steadily.
Guides are on fish daily.
Some nice fish in the mix.
Best fishing in the tidal reach.
Recommended Setup
Best rig this week: sink tips for swinging flies.
Match what's in the water.
Looking Ahead
Expect similar fishing through next week.
Prime dates filling up.
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