July 2024 is delivering. Sockeye fishing has been outstanding.
The Kenai River is running excellent visibility and king salmons are showing well through the prime runs.
Guides are putting clients on fish consistently every day this week.
River Conditions
River at excellent visibility.
Occasional rain conditions throughout the week.
Fish counts at the sonar station are running solid.
Best windows: incoming tide.
Water clarity is 5-6 feet in most sections.
What We're Seeing
King salmons are moving steadily.
Limits have been common with good technique.
Good size averaging in the mid-range.
Best fishing in the main stem.
Recommended Setup
Best rig this week: nymphing for rainbows behind salmon.
Presentation is key right now.
Looking Ahead
Expect similar fishing through next week.
Prime dates filling up.
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