🎣 What You’ll Catch in June, July & August on the Kenai Peninsula
Summer is prime time to fish in Alaska — and the Kenai Peninsula offers some of the most productive and scenic fishing in the state. Whether you’re planning your trip for early June sockeye or late August silvers, here’s exactly what to expect each month on the Kenai and Kasilof Rivers.
🔗 Want to go straight to trip details? Explore our Guided Fishing Trips.
🌱 June Fishing in Alaska (June 11–30)
June kicks off the summer season with:
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🎯 Sockeye Salmon (Early run begins June 11)
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🐟 Rainbow Trout & Dolly Varden (Trout opener is also June 11)
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🚤 Drift boat trips on the Kasilof and upper Kenai
This is a great month for combo trips — a mix of trout and early-run sockeye. Rivers are quiet, fish are aggressive, and it’s a guide’s favorite time to fish. Check out Trout/Combo Trips for early season options.
📊 Track fish counts at ADF&G Sonar Counts.
🌞 July Fishing in Alaska (Peak Salmon Month)
July brings volume. Here’s what’s hot:
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🔥 Sockeye Salmon (Runs peak mid-July)
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🐠 Dolly Varden feeding on eggs
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🐟 Trout fishing improves with salmon pressure
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💥 Power boat salmon trips and big group action
Expect higher daily limits, larger fish counts, and fast-paced trips. Book a Kenai River Salmon Trip or Full Day Trip for max results.
Don’t forget to grab your ADF&G license before you hit the water.
🍂 August Fishing in Alaska (The Silver Takeover)
August is the month for:
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🐟 Coho (Silver) Salmon – starts August 1 and ramps up mid-month
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💙 Pink Salmon – even year bonus (2025!) from August 1–Sept 1
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🌈 Trophy Rainbow Trout feeding behind salmon
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💧 Cooler mornings, crisp conditions, high success rates
August offers one of the best experiences for families, photographers, and fishers looking for cooler temps and easier limits.
Start with our Silver Salmon Trips or view Kenai River Combo Trips.
🗺️ Want to fish the quieter Kasilof? Kasilof River Trips deliver!
🧭 When Should You Come?
Here’s a breakdown:
| Month | Sockeye Salmon | Coho Salmon | Trout/Dolly | Pink Salmon |
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| June | ✅ Early Run | ❌ Not yet | ✅ Opens | ❌ Not yet |
| July | ✅ PEAK | ❌ Not yet | ✅ Excellent | ❌ Not yet |
| August | ✅ Tapering | ✅ Starts | ✅ Trophy | ✅ Even Years Only |
🧳 Ready to plan your trip? Start at What to Expect or go directly to Book Now.
🐾 Same Guide. Same Team. Two Websites.
✅ Kenai-Fishing.com – Full-service Alaska fishing trips, pricing, and gear info
✅ KenaiFlyFish.com – Fly fishing–focused sister site, powered by the same guide: Ian
Don’t overthink it — they both lead to the same boat.
📸 Everything Included (Waders, Gear, Photos)
Every trip includes:
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Waterproof waders + boots
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Rods, tackle, flies, and bait
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Digital pro photos of your day
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Drift or power boat access
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Ian as your local guide (Meet Ian → here)
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🎣 Let’s Get You Fishing
Want to fish in June, July, or August 2025? We recommend booking 30–60 days ahead for prime weekend and morning slots.
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