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    Upper Kenai River Full-Day Salmon Fishing Charter

    Drift and bank fish for sockeye salmon and trout on the Upper Kenai

    5.0 stars• 101 reviews

    Duration

    6-8 Hours

    Includes

    Drift boat, bank fishing

    Highlights

    Explore the Upper Kenai River's non-motorized waters by drift boat, with time at select bank-fishing spots. Cast for sockeye salmon and trout on an easygoing day suited to novice and experienced anglers.

    • Ride a comfortable drift boat through non-motorized river waters
    • Cast with fly-fishing or spin-fishing techniques
    • Fish from the boat and at select bank-fishing zones
    • Target sockeye salmon and trout
    • Bring your own food, drinks, rain gear, warm socks, and protective eyewear

    Important details

    • Requires ages 11+ for salmon fishing
    • Requires a signed Alaska Sport Fishing License; no king salmon stamp is needed for the Upper River
    • Sign a waiver with your guide before the trip begins
    • Wear a life jacket throughout the trip
    • Expect the Upper Kenai River to be closed to fishing from May 1 to June 11
    • Expect a $14 parking fee per vehicle, not included in the listed price; drivers over 65 receive a discount

    Cancellation Policy

    Full refund when cancelled 30 days or more in advance. No refunds within 30 days; rescheduling is subject to availability.

    Product ID: QHGRTB

    FAQs

    Provide your typical pant size for wader sizing and your shoe size, including whether it is male (M) or female (F) sizing.

    No. You do not need a king salmon stamp for the Upper Kenai River.

    Meeting details

    Sportsman's Landing Russian River Ferry

    Experience provided by Five Dogs Fishing

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    Angler

    $343.35

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    Scenic Passenger

    $163.50

    Non-fishing passenger

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    Private Boat Full Day - Front End

    $0

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    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    Did two full days in the last week of August. The fishing was incredible. Huge trout after huge trout. Dallin and Jake were very knowledgeable and skilled guides.

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    Jasper Matz

    August 31, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Did two full days in the last week of August. The fishing was incredible. Huge trout after huge trout. Dallin and Jake were very knowledgeable and skilled guides.

    Photo of Jasper Matz

    Jasper Matz

    August 31, 2026

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