The unofficial start of the 2026 fishing season kicked off on June 11 with the Kenai River Trout Opener, and it did not disappoint. Explore Kenai guide Dustin Voss was joined by three Soldotna locals fishing with him for the first time. The group launched our 20-foot Willie Drift Boat from Skilak Lake at 5:00 […]
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For those eager to experience Alaska’s legendary Kenai River, 2025 still offers some of the best fishing opportunities in the state. While king salmon fishing remains closed for the third consecutive year, anglers can look forward to one of the strongest sockeye salmon runs in recent memory. Those willing to adapt will find great fishing
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When you’re fishing with Explore Kenai, you’ll see us use catch and release techniques for our world-famous, Kenai River rainbow trout for several reasons: To catch these beautiful fish and then release them back into the water unharmed, we follow these basic steps: By following these steps, Explore Kenai (www.explorekenai.net) and their clients can enjoy fishing
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