April 2026 is delivering. Good fishing conditions this week.
The Kenai River is running cold and dolly vardens are pushing through the prime runs.
Guides are putting clients on fish consistently every day this week.
River Conditions
River at cold.
Variable conditions throughout the week.
Fish counts at the sonar station are running very good.
Best windows: incoming tide.
Water clarity is excellent in most sections.
What We're Seeing
Dolly vardens are moving steadily.
Chrome-bright fish coming in fresh.
Good size averaging in the mid-range.
Best fishing in the lower river.
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.
A few spots left this month.
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2026 dates are filling. Sockeye, silvers, rainbow trout — Ian will put you on fish.