July 2024 is delivering. River is running at perfect levels.
The Kenai River is running 5-6 feet clarity and rainbow trouts are pushing through the prime runs.
Guides are putting clients on fish consistently every day this week.
River Conditions
River at 5-6 feet clarity.
Warm conditions throughout the week.
Fish counts at the sonar station are running excellent.
Best windows: afternoon.
Water clarity is 8-10 feet in most sections.
What We're Seeing
Rainbow trouts are spread throughout the system.
Chrome-bright fish coming in fresh.
Good size averaging in the mid-range.
Best fishing in the upper section.
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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