October 2025 is delivering. Good fishing conditions this week.
The Kenai River is running low and dolly vardens are showing well through the prime runs.
Guides are putting clients on quality fish every day this week.
River Conditions
River at low.
Cold conditions throughout the week.
Fish counts at the sonar station are running very good.
Best windows: early AM.
Water clarity is excellent in most sections.
What We're Seeing
Dolly vardens are stacking in prime holes.
Limits have been common with good technique.
Good size averaging in the mid-range.
Best fishing in the tidal reach.
Recommended Setup
Best rig this week: standard tackle producing results.
Match what's in the water.
We can dial in the setup when you get here based on conditions.
Looking Ahead
Expect similar fishing through next week.
Prime dates filling up.
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