Kenai River Sportfishing Lodge
Located in Cooper Landing, Kenai River Sportfishing Lodge, operated by Alaska Wildland Adventures, is on the banks of the legendary upper Kenai River. The main lodge and its eight rustic guest cabins provide you with all the creature comforts you'll need to make this Kenai experience one you'll remember for a lifetime. Your accommoadations include hot showers; private bath; heating; a comfortable bed; and privacy.
The ambiance and location will instantly appeal to anglers looking for the right mix of rustic elegance and proximity to the world-class fishing. The oversized deck at the river's edge provides a gathering place for groups. A fire pit, BBQ, and ping-pong create the perfect location to recount the day's activities and the big one that got away. Meals and snacks are included with every Kenai River Sportfishing Lodge stay.
On any day of your stay at Kenai River Sportfishing Lodge you will have the opportunity to drift the upper Kenai or a run down the lower Kenai in a "Willie Predator" power boat. Another option for guests is to add-on a halibut trip in Resurrection Bay or a fly-out trip for Arctic Grayling and Rainbows.
Location
South-central Alaska's Kenai River has attracted anglers from far and wide for its reputation of as one of Alaska's top producing rivers for rainbow trout, Dolly Varden, and five species of salmon. The upper Kenai River north of Skilak Lake is within the Kenai National Wildlife Refuge and is off limits to motorized boats.
The distinct emerald green waters of the Kenai River are a result of silt from glacial activity entering the river. Drift boating on the upper Kenai River ranks as one of the most beautiful and action packed stretches of river in Alaska. Rainbow trout in the 20 - 30 inch class are not uncommon. In 1985 the Kenai River produced the Alaska state record for King salmon at 97 pounds 4 ounces. The record still stands today.
Its eighty-two mile run from Kenai Lake into Cook Inlet near the towns of Kenai and Soldotna traverses one of Alaska's most diverse landscapes. Wildlife along the banks of the Kenai offer anglers the opportunity to see moose, black bears, Dall sheep, river otters and eagles.
When to Go
May, June and July are primetime for red salmon (Sockeye) on the Kenai. The silver run is strongest in August and September. Rainbow trout and Dolly's open up in mid-June with a peak in August and September during spawning. Knowledgeable guides will provide you will all the gear and expertise you'll need to make the most of your time on the river.
Getting There
