Kenai river salmon

Another beautiful day fishing for sockeye salmon on the Kenai river, If the days continue to be this nice I’ll think I’m some where else other than Alaska. The weather has been great and so has the kenai river Salmon fishing! We had our fish in less than an hour yesterday and then moved on to rainbow trout fishing. After we are finished salmon fishing I will clean your fish for you on the river.  By doing this on the river we offer food back into the system for other species and that way I know you get the most out of your harvest.  The rainbow trout and dolly Varden fishing was a little slower but with some work we found a concentration of fish and managed to pull the day of successful. 20120719-083327.jpg With so many sockeye in the river I believe that it Freaks the rainbow trout out for a few days. Now there are enough carcasses in the river that the trout should start to really key in on them! In a few days though a fresh flesh fly will do very well just down stream of the sockeye salmon anglers.  If there is time after a Kenai river salmon trip we are happy to make a few drifts for you to try and catch some rainbow trout if you would like. Tight lines Scott Sager Www.driftingonthefly.com

Kenai river sockeye salmon

20120713-094508.jpg Getting set up and read to fish for Kenai river sockeye salmon this morning! The boat parking on this gravel bar allows us to have our gear close by and access the boat for a break when needed.  Current and depth play a real factor when choosing a spot to fish for kenai river sockeye salmon.  Adjust your weight so that your fly is barely off the bottom.  A 4-6 foot leader is very important as well, any shorter and you will not be covering the water that is needed.  Sockeye salmon have to be hooked in the mouth so any fish that is not has to be released immediately.  It is hard work some days and a foul hooked fish is tempting but understand that it is not worth it. The Kenai river sockeye salmon (reds) run is getting better every day. The last two days in a row 12,000 fish have entered the river for a total of over 70,000 fish. Book your kenai river sockeye salmon trip with Drifting on the Fly by calling or contacting us here on the site.  If we do not answer leave a message and we will get back to you as soon as we get off the water. Tight lines Scott Sager Www.driftingonthefly.com

sockeye salmon fishing

20120712-102959.jpg Hanging out at the boat launch on the Kenai river this morning. Had the boat launched early (O dark 30). Waited for an hour for the guest to show up. This usually isn’t a big deal but with the added pressure this year of red fisherman it was this morning. The gravel bar that I really like was filled up and I had no spot to fish. We spent some time running in the boat and was able to get a pretty good spot up river. One of my favorites in the area that I’m in. We’ve lost a few and missed a few but have not put any on the bank and we are half way through our day. with this being said, This year more than ever it’s important to make your start time! I want to see you catch fish about as bad as you want to catch them. Here is a shot of the guys flipping for sockeye salmon fishing on the Kenai river. Hope the second half of the day goes better. I know we will get a few. 20120712-103814.jpg Remember that felt soles are banned in the state of Alaska. If you plan to bring waders make sure that your wading boots have a vibram sole and not felt. Tight lines and good fishing, Scott Sager Www.driftingonthefly.com

Kenai river sockeye salmon fishing

I was able to get on the same gravel bar today that I had yesterday and managed to scrape together my two limits. Kenai river Sockeye salmon fishing is still spotty but fish are passing up river in small spurts. Hard work and determination will pay off at the end of the day with a limit of reds (sockeye salmon). Look for better pushes of fish in the next few days. 20120711-131729.jpg When the numbers of fish are just starting to show up I prefer to move lower in the system and find a hard bend in the river.  Usually with a hard bend in the river there tends to be a back Eddie and fish will hold up there.  Get right above the Eddie in faster water and wait for fish to push by.  This has payed off for me many times. Yesterday’s Kenai river red run estimate was 6500 fish for a total of 56,000 fish so far. When I’m not chasing king salmon, I am chasing reds in July. If you have any interest in a trip for either of these salmon give us a call at 907-382-6808 or check us out on the website at www.driftingonthefly.com

Kenai river sockeye salmon

Today I fished for Kenai river sockeye salmon again, during the fast paced Alaska fishing season there are weeks when I don’t fish the same place twice.   As I found yesterday the fish were in lower numbers but passing through in more consistent waves in the morning. By mid day it almost seemed to be over. The group I fished today did manage to get all their fish. I would say in 5 more days they will be easier to come by even though there are plenty of fish in the river to catch. We will see in the morning If the fish cooperate again! Reds aren’t the same as a big king salmon but they do make for an exciting day of fishing on the Kenai river and make an excellent dinner. The king salmon report is slow but when and if numbers improve we will be chasing them as well soon. 20120710-211953.jpg Tight lines and if you are in the area and would like to try your luck on a gravel bar this season for some hard fighting sockeye salmon check out our sight at www.driftingonthefly.com for more information on how to line up your fishing trip.

Kenai river fishing

kenai river fishing for rainbow trout  was slower today but we did manage to hook a few and land a few! I found that swinging leeches with a sinking tip line got the most bites. The Kenai river is big and the fish are spread out more now. I found fish in the eddies and in the normal spots but no big concentration were found. Big bunny leeches and smaller flesh fly patterns seemed to be the ticket on a dead drift.  Some days its a dead drift and some days it is on the swing.  I will put an indicator on with a trusted pattern and run a dead drift and swing it at the end of the drift.  If I see that most of my takes are on the swing I will take the indicator off and take more of a down and across approach.   20120705-214627.jpg 20120705-214634.jpg This unlucky sockeye salmon decided to take a leech on the swing.  After a long winter a fresh salmon on the BBQ is always looked forward too.  A 10 to 12 pound fish on a 7 weight fly rod put up a great battle.    

Guided Kasilof king salmon drift boat fishing

Waiting on the outgoing tide for king salmon to Make there push up the river. Picking up a few sockeye salmon on the boat today. Bonus fish 20120614-170340.jpg   Call today to book a guided kasilof king salmon drift boat fishing trip lined up. The cost is 275.00 per person and large groups are welcome!

Kasilof river Fly fishing

Swinging flies for king salmon and steel head on the kasilof river.  Spey rods make the job of fishing big rivers a little easier. 20120613-151528.jpg Kasilof river (located just 12 miles from Soldotna) fly fishing for steel head can be very good.  I offer drift boat and walk and wade trips for steel head in the spring.  If you are looking for a quality trip look no further than a guided Kasilof river fly fishing trip with us.  Best timing to catch these hard fighting, gear burning fish are from late april until the second week in June. give us a call to book your next Kasilof river fly fishing trip

Rainbow Trout Season

Today is the Rainbow Trout season opener on the Kenai River, June 11th. Get out your smolt and flesh fly patterns and enjoy some potentially great rainbow trout fishing. This is a great time of year to pursue trout, they are hungry and willing to take traditional flies, which is always a lot of fun. The mouth of the Kenai River from Skilak lake five miles down stream is closed to all motorized vessels until June 15th! This is set into place because of the trumpeter swans that are nesting in the area. If you are interested in taking a guided fishing trip on the Kenai river, feel free to contact us anytime at www.driftingonthefly.com or at 907-382-6808.
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Guided kasilof king salmon fishing

Guided Kasilof king salmon fishing is well under way. We are having lots of fun and working hard to get you hooked up on a hard fighting  king salmon. 20120608-111218.jpg guided kenai river and kasilof river king salmon fishing can be booked here today! tight lines scott sager