🎣 Book Your Spot for the 2025 Salmon Season Now
🔥 Why Salmon Fishing in Alaska Is a Must-Do
If you’re coming to Alaska, salmon fishing isn’t optional—it’s essential.
The Kenai River is home to some of the most powerful, delicious, and exciting salmon species on Earth—and booking a trip with a local guide is the best way to catch them.
✅ Wild runs
✅ Glacial waters
✅ Stunning backdrops
✅ Expert guides
✅ Zero stress
Let’s dive in.
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🧭 Which Salmon Species Can You Catch?
🔴 Sockeye Salmon (Red)
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Run: June 11 – August 15
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Method: Power or drift boat
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Fight: Hard-pulling, aggressive, fast limits
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Great for: First-timers, meat hunters, families
🔵 Coho Salmon (Silver)
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Run: August 1 – October 30
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Method: Casting spinners, plugs, or flies
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Fight: Aerial, fast, strong
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Great for: Experienced anglers, action lovers
💗 Pink Salmon (Even Years Only)
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Run: August 1 – September 1
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Found during even-numbered years (2026 next run)
🎣 King Salmon:
🛑 Kenai River king salmon are currently off-limits for conservation.
We support responsible fishing and protecting future king runs.
🛶 Drift Boat vs. Jet Boat for Salmon
🚣♂️ Drift Boat Trips
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Slower pace, better for Kasilof River Trips
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Smooth and scenic floats
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Great for families and fly fishing
🚤 Jet Boat Fishing
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Ideal for Kenai River salmon hunts
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Move fast to the action
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Perfect for sockeye limits and coho chaos
⏱️ Trip Length Options
Choose from:
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⏳ Half Day Trips (4 hrs) – Great for fast sockeye action
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⏱️ 3/4 Day Trips (6 hrs) – Perfect for focused salmon runs
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🕗 Full Day Trips (8 hrs) – For those who want to go all in
🧰 What’s Included in Your Salmon Trip?
✔️ Rods, reels, tackle, bait
✔️ Waders and boots (if needed)
✔️ Boat and safety gear
✔️ Licensed, expert local guide
✔️ Fish cleaning & packaging
✔️ Trip planning support
✔️ Combo Trip options for trout + salmon
📝 Booking Is Simple
1️⃣ Browse Salmon Trips
2️⃣ Pick your trip length and river
3️⃣ Submit a trip request (no payment required)
4️⃣ Get matched with a guide
5️⃣ Go fishing and catch your limit!
🐟 Ready to Land Some Salmon?
If you’re coming to Alaska, don’t leave without experiencing the heart-pounding fight of a wild salmon on the line. These aren’t farm fish. These are ocean warriors.