The long wait is over — the 2025 Alaska fishing season is officially underway, and the Kenai River is already delivering early action.
With clear flows, warming water temps, and the first pulses of sockeye moving in, June marks the quiet start of what’s expected to be an unforgettable summer on both the Kenai and Kasilof Rivers.
🐟 What’s Biting in June?
✅ Rainbow Trout & Dolly Varden
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Season opens June 11
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Hungry post-spawn trout ready to strike
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Great action on light gear & fly rods
➡️ Explore Trout Trips
✅ Early Sockeye Salmon
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First waves appearing by June 15–20
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Peak still weeks away, but early shots at fresh reds
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Best found on the Kasilof River drift floats
➡️ Book Kasilof Trips
❌ Silver Salmon (Coming in August)
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Not in yet — check back for mid-August updates
➡️ See Silver Trips
❌ King Salmon (Closed on the Kenai)
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No King fishing in 2025
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We’re proud to support King conservation
➡️ Our Conservation Commitment
🧭 June Fishing at a Glance
| Dates | Sockeye | Trout | Best Trip Type |
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| June 11–15 | 🔘 Low | ✅ Open | Light trout fishing, float trips |
| June 16–23 | 🟢 Starting | ✅ Excellent | Early sockeye + trout combo |
| June 24–30 | 🟢 Building Fast | ✅ Hot | Great time to beat the crowds |
🚤 What to Expect in Early Season Trips
✔️ Less river traffic = peaceful mornings
✔️ Ideal for families, first-timers, and photographers
✔️ Opportunities for combo trips (trout + early reds)
✔️ Cooler mornings, warming afternoons — dress in layers
✔️ All gear provided, no experience required
🎒 Guided Trips Available Now
We’re running:
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Drift boat floats on the Kasilof River
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Early season trout power boat trips on the upper Kenai
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Scouting trips for sockeye locations to prep for July
🐾 Wildlife Watch: June Highlights
While you fish, keep your eyes out for:
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🐻 Bears starting to move near riverbanks
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🦅 Bald eagles hunting fry and early reds
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🦌 Moose and calves along quiet shorelines
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🦆 Waterfowl nesting in river bends
📸 Why Fish June in Alaska?
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🛶 Quiet rivers, few crowds
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🎣 Active trout and first salmon
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🏔️ Incredible wildlife viewing
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📷 Dream lighting for photography
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🧰 Lower rates and flexible scheduling
🔔 Book Now – July Is Already Filling Up
Want a head start on the action? Or a quiet trip before the mid-July madness? June is your chance.
📞 Call Ian: (907) 301-6957
🌐 Reserve: https://kenai-fishing.com/book-now
📲 Follow Us: @kenaiflyfish
🎣 Let’s kick off the 2025 season together — on the river.
