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Kenai River, Alaska – Kenai Riverside Lodge

Depending on the dates we will target the Kenai’s famous gigantic king or chinook salmon, sockeye salmon, coho salmon (Silver) and or large feisty rainbow trout and dolly varden. However, for the trophy salmon fisherman, the name of the Kenai River is synonomous with one thing: enormous king salmon. Although its runs of king salmon may be smaller than those of other popular Alaskan rivers, the Kenai is without a doubt the best river in the world to catch the “salmon of your life.” This is the river that produces the world’s largest salmon and has yielded fish that surpass the 100 pound mark. However, the rod caught record remains at 97 pounds, with a king caught by local fisherman, Les Anderson in 1985. Over the years we have had a number of guests hook fish in the 50 to 70 lb range.

The fishing season for king salmon runs from mid May until the end of July. During the months of June and July, the river also receives one of the largest sockeye runs in all of Alaska. This is the moment in which the kenai becomes the most popular fishing destination in the entire state. By the middle of August we can count on good fishing for fresh silver salmon, complemented with hot action for rainbow trout and dolly varden that concentrate to feed on salmon eggs and flesh. In fact, many local fly fishermen only fish for the huge rainbows and dolly vardens in the Kenai. Rainbows and dollies in the 5 to 10 lb range are commonplace and the Kenai provides excellent chances for trophies of 10 to 20 lbs. A little known secret is that the river at times can also provide hot action on dry flies. 

For your stay at the Kenai, you have the choice of lodging in a cozy riverside cabin at the Alaska Wildland Adventures Kenai River Side Lodge or provided there is availability in one of three luxury guesthomes on the property of the lodge. The guest cabins are rustic wooden cabins that can accommodate up to 4 persons each. They are equipped with comfortable beds, electricity and heating and each have a private bathroom. The Guest homes include three luxurious timber frame homes. The Bear and the Moose Home each  feature a main-level Master Suite with king-sized bed and deluxe private bathroom with steam shower and jetted tub  and an upstairs Suite, accessible by stairway, which has two bedrooms (each with a queen bed) and a shared bathroom and shower. The Lynx Cottage is a beautiful one-story home featuring two bedrooms (each with a Queen bed) and shared bathroom and shower. Perfect for couples or small families of 4 who wish for a bit more space and privacy.

Coho salmon, sockeye, trout and dolly varden: Six to eight weight fly rods (with sink tips for streamers). Flies include egg sucking leaches, wooly buggers, flesh flies, etc. Nine foot spinning rods with 15-30 gr action good reel with a dependable drag system loaded with 200 yards of 12 to 15 lb test line. Lures: Nº 2 Silver Fox in bright colores.

Chinook (King) salmon: Nine to 11 weight single and double handed rods with heavy sink tips of 400 to 600 grains and 200 meters of backing.

Flies: simple streamers, intruders and bunny flies in varied colors including pink, red, purple, chartreuse and black in very sharp size 2 to 0 hooks. Nine to twelve foot spinning rods with 30-60 gr. action and good reel with an excellent drag system loaded with 300 meters of 25 to 30 lb test line.

For your stay at the Kenai, you have the choice of lodging in a cozy riverside cabin at the Alaska Wildland Adventures Kenai River Side Lodge or provided there is availability, in one of three luxury guesthomes on the property of the lodge. The guest cabins are rustic wooden cabins that can accommodate up to 4 persons each. They are equipped with comfortable beds, electricity and heating and each have a private bathroom. The guest home selection include three luxurious homes. The Bear and the Moose Homes are identical timber frame homes with incredible beam work and upscale finishes. Each features thoughtfully designed spaces, including a spacious living room, cozy seating area with fireplace and outdoor patio, a Master Suite with king-sized bed and deluxe private bathroom with steam shower and jetted tub  and an upstairs Suite, accessible by stairway, which has two bedrooms (each with a queen bed) and a shared bathroom and shower. The Lynx Cottage is a beautiful one-story home featuring two bedrooms (each with a Queen bed) and shared bathroom and shower.

The Kenai River runs through much of the northrn part of the Kenai Peninsula. To get there, most visitors fly in to Anchorage and drive or catch a shuttle van out. It is beautiful drive around Cook Inlet and into the Kenai Peninsula that takes about one hour and a half. 

Location: The Kenai River runs through much of the northern part of the Kenai Peninsula, which lies to the south of Anchorage.

Season: May to Octuber

Best dates: For king salmon and sockeye salmon: June & July. For coho salmon & rainbow trout mid-August to mid September. 

Nº of rods permitted: N/A

Fishing techniques allowed: Spinning or fly

Species: Chinook (king) salmon, sockeye salmon, coho salmon, pink salmon, rainbow trout, dolly varden

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