May 2025 is delivering. Good fishing conditions this week.
The Kenai River is running glacial and rainbow trouts are pushing through the prime runs.
Guides are putting clients on limits every day this week.
River Conditions
River at glacial.
Cool mornings conditions throughout the week.
Fish counts at the sonar station are running solid.
Best windows: morning.
Water clarity is excellent in most sections.
What We're Seeing
Rainbow trouts are stacking in prime holes.
Guides are on fish daily.
Good size averaging in the mid-range.
Best fishing in the tidal reach.
Recommended Setup
Best rig this week: standard tackle producing results.
Presentation is key right now.
We can dial in the setup when you get here based on conditions.
Looking Ahead
Expect similar fishing through next week.
A few spots left this month.
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