September 2024 is delivering. Some of the biggest rainbows of the year in September.
The Kenai River is running cold and clear and silver salmons are pushing through the prime runs.
Guides are putting clients on limits every day this week.
River Conditions
River at cold and clear.
Rain increasing conditions throughout the week.
Fish counts at the sonar station are running solid.
Best windows: incoming tide.
Water clarity is 6-8 feet in most sections.
What We're Seeing
Silver salmons are showing well.
Chrome-bright fish coming in fresh.
Good size averaging in the mid-range.
Best fishing in the main stem.
Recommended Setup
Best rig this week: light leaders for spooky fish.
Presentation is key right now.
Looking Ahead
Expect similar fishing through next week.
A few spots left this month.
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