May 2026 is delivering. Good fishing conditions this week.
The Kenai River is running high and king salmons are showing well through the prime runs.
Guides are putting clients on quality fish every day this week.
River Conditions
River at high.
Cool mornings conditions throughout the week.
Fish counts at the sonar station are running excellent.
Best windows: all day.
Water clarity is 6-8 feet in most sections.
What We're Seeing
King salmons are spread throughout the system.
Limits have been common with good technique.
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.
Call us before the week is gone.
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2026 dates are filling. Sockeye, silvers, rainbow trout — Ian will put you on fish.