Kenai River King Salmon Fishing Closed in 2025 – Here’s Why That’s Okay
Conservation First, Adventure Always In 2025, the Kenai River is closed to all king salmon fishing — including catch-and-release — for both the early and late runs. This decision, made by the Alaska Department of Fish and Game (ADF&G), aims to protect the declining king salmon populations and ensure the sustainability of future fisheries.Alaska […]
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Alaska’s Top Fishing Destinations – Where Should You Go? If you’re planning a trip to Alaska, finding the right fishing spot makes all the difference. From glacial-fed rivers to tidewater runs, Alaska’s best fishing is about timing, access, and species—and no region makes that easier than the Kenai Peninsula. 
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When the Season Shifts, the Fishing Heats Up From mid-August through October, the Kenai River comes alive with late-run silver (coho) salmon and pink salmon. While many travelers think July is the peak, seasoned anglers know that the best quality fishing—and the best fish for the freezer—often comes later in the season. 
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Ian McDonald: A Life Built on the Kenai Born and raised in Girdwood, Alaska, Ian McDonald has been immersed in the rhythms of the Kenai and Kasilof Rivers since childhood. His mother’s work with Alaska Wildland Adventures introduced him early to the world of guiding, where he started as a net boy and fly
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