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Kenai FISHING TRIPS
KENAI RIVER FISHING GUIDES
BUILT AROUND THE WATER!
The Kenai River is one of the most productive salmon fisheries in the world. Getting the most out of it takes more than a rod and a license — it takes someone who knows where the fish are running, how the water is moving, and what’s working that day.
That’s what we do.
RiverRise Fishing Guides puts you on the water with experienced Alaska fishing guides who know the Kenai and Kasilof Rivers the way most people know their own backyard. Whether you’re chasing king salmon in June, sockeye in July, or trophy rainbow trout in the fall, we build every trip around current river conditions and what the fish are actually doing — not a script.
Fully guided trips for all skill levels. Families, first-timers, and seasoned fly anglers all find their footing with us. Kenai River fishing done right.
What a Day on the River Actually Looks Like.
5am. The alarm goes off. You get dressed, grab a coffee — or a Red Bull — and you’re out the door. On the drive to the boat ramp, you and your group are already making bets. First fish. Biggest fish. Most fish. (My dad and I used to do a dollar for each. I always won. Most of the time.)
You meet your guide at the ramp, load up, and push off into water that’s a color you’ve never seen a river be before. And then it starts.
Who’s getting the first fish? What are we going to see out here? A bear on the bank? An eagle overhead? A 40-pound king on the end of your line? The possibilities are real, and every day on this river is different from the last.
This is what we live for. We want to see you catch your first salmon, watch your kids reel in a fish they’ll talk about for years, and share every piece of this place that we love with the people who come out here to experience it.
That’s why we guide.
OUR RIVERS
The Kasilof is 17 miles of productive, drift-boat-only water that most anglers coming to Alaska don’t even know exists. They should. Quieter than the Kenai, with a king salmon run that has held strong in recent seasons and sockeye fishing that can produce limits in under an hour when the run is moving through.
We fish the lower Kasilof from mid-May through June for king salmon, then shift to the upper river as sockeye push in from late June onward. Silver salmon and late-season steelhead carry the Kasilof through to September 15th.
If you want the Kenai Peninsula fishing experience without the crowds — the Kasilof is where to be.
The Kenai River is what people come to Alaska for. Turquoise glacial water, three distinct fishable sections, and some of the largest king salmon on earth. We follow the fish as they move upriver through the season — lower river in June for kings, middle river around the Fourth of July as sockeye pour in, upper river by late summer as the big rainbow trout start keying on the salmon spawn.
There’s fish in almost every section of this river when the runs are moving. Knowing which section to be on, on any given morning, is what 25 years on the water buys you.
TRIP OPTIONS
Half Day Fishing Trips
Kenai RiverHalf Day Fishing Trips
4–5 hours. Morning or afternoon start. Perfect for sockeye, rainbow trout, and families with younger kids. The middle and upper Kenai are excellent half-day water — short floats, plenty of fish, and a productive session without a full day commitment.
Full Day Fishing Trips
Kenai & Kasilof RiversFull Day Fishing Trips
8–9 hours. Available for all species on both rivers. Recommended for king salmon — you want maximum time on the water. When the prime sockeye season hits and we’ve got a full day on the Kasilof, don’t be surprised if the grill comes out and we cook fresh fish on the riverbank. It doesn’t get any fresher than that.
Large Groups
Kenai & Kasilof RiversLarge Groups
Multiple boats, multiple guides, plenty of room. Whether it’s a family reunion or a corporate event, we’ll build the right setup for your group size and goals. Reach out and let’s put it together.
WHAT WE FISH FOR
We have fun on our trips!
We have fun on our trips!
WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
Now booking fully guided fishing trips on the Kenai and Kasilof Rivers for 2026. Dates fill fast during peak salmon season — especially July for sockeye and late May through June for kings.
Questions before you book? Call us at 907.971.1223 or reach out through the contact page. We’re here to help you plan the right trip.
