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Fishing on the Famous Kenai River
Alaska's Last Frontier

 

 

 

 

 

You can use these tables as a guide to determine when would be the best time for you to visit the Kenai Peninsula. Fish are not predictable - so you will need to check with Evertt, your licensed, professional fishing guide for seasonal changes that may occur.
"Evertt is a top-notch guide. The boat and equipment are first class. It was a great bragging day, one we'll never forget, and we've got the pictures to prove it." -M.E. from Glenwood, MN
Kenai King

Chinook (King) Salmon
Average Size: 40 lbs
Available: May - July
Peak Time: July
It's not unusual for our guests to catch a 40 to 60 pounder (the world record of 97 pounds was caught on the Kenai River in 1985). Take your turn at this once in a lifetime fishing opportunity.

Coho (Silver) Salmon
Average Size: 12 lbs
Available: August - September
Peak Time: August
These hard fighting fish can be caught on the river or in Resurrection Bay.

Sockeye (Red) Salmon
Average Size: 8 lbs
Available: June - August
Peak Time: July
This species offers frequent hookups and fast action on light tackle. Our guests enjoy taking these delicious tasting salmon home with them for good eating!

Rainbow Trout:
Average Size: 22 inches
Available: All Seasons
Peak Time: September
The river is home to some of the largest native rainbow trout in Alaska. The excitement of hooking one of these prized fish is worth the trip to Alaska in itself. Our permits and experience allow us to fish limited access areas on the river.

 

Kenai King
Kenai Salmon Dolly Varden (Char)
Average Size: 20 inches
Available: All Seasons
Peak Time: September
Along with trout, the Kenai is a large population of Dollies. These make the upper Kenai a fly or spin fisherman's paradise.