July 2026 is delivering. Some of the best sockeye fishing of the season.
The Kasilof River is running 5-6 feet clarity and rainbow trouts are showing well through the prime runs.
Guides are putting clients on limits every day this week.
River Conditions
River at 5-6 feet clarity.
Evening calm conditions throughout the week.
Fish counts at the sonar station are running solid.
Best windows: morning.
Water clarity is 8-10 feet in most sections.
What We're Seeing
Rainbow trouts are spread throughout the system.
Limits have been common with good technique.
Trophy-class fish showing.
Best fishing in the tidal reach.
Recommended Setup
Best rig this week: nymphing for rainbows behind salmon.
Don't overthink the presentation.
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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2026 dates are filling. Sockeye, silvers, rainbow trout — Ian will put you on fish.