Trip Prices, Top Guides, River Options, and How to Plan Your Alaska Fishing Adventure
Planning a fishing trip to Alaska? The Kenai River is one of the most iconic and productive fisheries in North America — known for its salmon runs, trophy trout, and stunning scenery. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a seasoned angler, this guide walks you through the best Kenai River fishing trips, current prices, top-rated guides, and everything else you need to make the most of your Alaska experience.
💰 2025 Kenai River Fishing Trip Prices
Wondering how much a trip will cost? Here’s a snapshot of our current guided trip rates:
| Trip Type | Price Per Person | Duration |
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| Half Day Trips | $200–$250 | 4 hours |
| 3/4 Day Trips | $250–$275 | 6 hours |
| Full Day Trips | $300–$350 | 8+ hours |
| Private Boat Options | Custom | Flexible |
✅ All trips include: high-end rods, tackle, waders, nets, fish cleaning, and expert guiding.
🏆 Best Kenai River Fishing Trips
Whether you’re fishing for fun, photos, or full coolers, we offer a wide variety of fishing trips that cater to every type of guest:
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🐟 Sockeye Salmon Trips – Peak runs mid-June to early August
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🐟 Trout & Combo Trips – Rainbow trout and Dolly Varden through fall
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🛶 Drift Boat Fishing – Scenic floats on the Kasilof River
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🚤 Jet Boat Adventures – Fast access to remote sections of the Kenai
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🎯 Custom multi-day or private group options available upon request
👨✈️ Best Kenai River Fishing Guides
Choosing the right guide is everything. At Kenai-Fishing.com, your trip is personally guided by Ian McDonald, a licensed, CPR-trained, and insured professional with 20+ years on the Kenai & Kasilof Rivers.
🔹 Read more about Ian’s style and story on our Meet Your Guide page.
🔹 Learn what makes our service different in Our Philosophy.
🪶 Fly Fishing Kenai River – World-Class Waters Await
Looking for a pure fly fishing experience? Our rivers deliver.
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Dry fly, indicator, or bead drift
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Walk-in or drift boat options
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Best in fall for big rainbow trout
🎯 Want to fly fish for sockeye or silvers? Just let us know during booking. We’ll tailor the trip for your goals.
📍 Popular areas include Cooper Landing (Upper Kenai) and the middle river sections near Soldotna.
🏡 Where to Stay – Kenai River Fishing Lodges
While we don’t operate a lodge ourselves, we work closely with trusted partners in:
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Soldotna – Home base for most Kenai River Trips
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Kasilof – Quieter area for drift boat floats
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Cooper Landing – Perfect for fly fishing in scenic upper river stretches
Ask us for lodging suggestions when you book — we’re happy to help you find the right match for your crew.
🐟 Kenai Halibut Fishing Charters
While halibut fishing isn’t done on the river, many of our clients pair their freshwater trip with a saltwater halibut charter in:
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Homer
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Ninilchik
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Anchor Point
🛥️ Want help booking a combo trip or connecting with a local captain? Just ask.
📅 What to Expect on the River
Visit our What to Expect page for a full breakdown of:
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What to bring
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Trip timeline
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How we choose locations
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What species you’ll likely encounter
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River safety and etiquette
💬 Real Guest Reviews
Don’t take our word for it — our guests say it best. Browse real experiences from families, couples, solo anglers, and group trips on our Reviews & Testimonials page.
🎣 Let’s Get You on the Water
Whether you’re coming for one day or building your whole vacation around fishing, we’d love to help make it unforgettable.
🧭 Start with our Book Now page or contact Ian directly:
📞 (907) 301-6957
📩 Send us a message
