🟩 Why June is a Hidden Gem
Most anglers focus on July and August—but the smart ones show up in June. Why? Because:
✅ The first run of sockeye salmon arrives mid-June
✅ Trout and Dolly Varden fishing opens on June 11
✅ Halibut fishing is in full swing from Day 1
✅ Crowds are lower, prices are better, and the river feels wild
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🐟 Fish Species to Target in June
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Sockeye Salmon (Red) – Starts running June 11
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Rainbow Trout & Dolly Varden – Open June 11 – November 30
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Halibut – Available all month in Cook Inlet
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Steelhead – Not available in June
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King Salmon – Available in saltwater and the Kasilof River (Note: No Kenai River kings in 2025)
🎣 Check our Species Timing Guide »
🗺️ Best Places to Fish in June
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Kenai River – Sockeye & trout
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Kasilof River – King salmon in drift boats
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Cook Inlet (Ninilchik/Homer) – Halibut charters
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Local lakes – Great for stocked rainbows and kids’ trips
🛶 Explore Kenai River Trips »
🛶 See Kasilof River Trips »
🧭 When to Come in June?
| 📅 Dates | 🐟 What’s Biting |
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| June 1–10 | Halibut, lake trout, saltwater kings |
| June 11–20 | 🎯 Sockeye opener + Trout opener |
| June 21–30 | 🔥 Peak early sockeye & trout |
🎒 What to Expect On Your Trip »
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📋 ADF&G Licensing & Resources
Before heading out, check the latest fishing rules and buy your license:
🧰 June Trip Suggestions
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Half Day Trips » – Perfect for trout & reds
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Full Day Salmon Trips » – Maximize sockeye action
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Trout/Combo Trips » – Best mix of fish & river experience
