As the 2024 fishing season approaches, anglers from all over the world are gearing up for an unforgettable experience on the renowned Kenai River in Alaska. Known for its abundance of salmon and trout, the Kenai River offers thrilling opportunities for drift fishing on the fly. In this blog post, we will explore what makes the Kenai River a prime destination for fly fishing enthusiasts and provide some tips for a successful and rewarding drift fishing experience. The Kenai River: A Fishing Paradise The Kenai River, stretching 82 miles through the heart of the Kenai Peninsula, is a legendary f ..read more

We’ve had some rainy days lately but the fishing has been great for us! Check out this rainbow trout caught while fishing the Kenai River! Patience paid off for this guest! Trout are one of my favorite fish to target on the Kenai Peninsula since they are great fighters and can be massive in size! Call us to book your trout (or salmon) trip today! ‘Til next time…fish on! The post Check out this Rainbow Trout appeared first on Drifting on the Fly, LLC ..read more

It’s been a busy spring on the kasilof river here on the kenai peninsula in alaska. The adult king salmon sizes range from 10-20 pounds at this time of year. Some pushing 25 to 30 pounds. The guests this year have had a lot of fun. A good number of fish in the next with a healthy mix of hatchery and wild ones. The wild fish must be released without taking them out of the water. We are allowed to take the hatchery fish home and the sockeye have been biting as well. It’s nice to see some bonus fish in the box too. The post Early Run Kasilof King Salmon Fishing appeared first on Drifting on the ..read more

First two silver trips on the kenai river for the 2022 season ended up in limits.   The post First two silver trips for the 2022 season ended up in limits appeared first on Drifting on the Fly, LLC ..read more

One of the beautiful things about Alaska is when you look all around there is nothing but stunning views surrounding you! On your way out of Anchorage you pass through Turnagain Arm.  Turnagain Arm is known for its massive bore tides, wildlife, and epic skiing at Alyeska Resort in Girdwood.   One of the highlights while driving down Turnagain Arm might be a wildlife sighting of moose, bear, or even sheep! And as usual, we at Drifting On The Fly, strive to make your guided fishing some of the best!   If you have a desire to fish the Kenai River, Kasilof River, or ev ..read more

The beginning of the 2022 season as started out with a bang! Early morning starts on the Kenai Peninsula, or more specifically the Kasilof River are beautiful, sunny Alaska days….usually with a little bit of fog on the river.   If your patient enough, and have an awesome guide , you won’t need coffee to wake you up! The rod will bend in half, literally! Pure excitement and adrenaline come rushing to your finger tips as you rush to grab your rod and set the hook in just the right way! “Reel, reel, reel ‘em in!” Your guide is saying to all the other fishermen with rods in your boat. If yo ..read more

Spring is hopping along here in Alaska and we are getting excited as summer creeps closer and closer! We are fortunate enough to be able to live amongst some of the most beautiful, scenic, and wild places in the world! We have big fish and epic tales of the fish that “almost” but never got away….if this sounds like something you really want to be apart of, give us a call or email today to book your dates!  Picture yourself floating down the glacial blue waters of the Kenai River or Kasilof River! If truly remote fishing suites your style better, we can set up a backcountry fly-out trip ..read more

Just like fall leaves changing colors, there’s a change in the guard of fish. Vibrant colors shine boldly on the trees as do the stunning colors of our rainbow trout! Kenai River is known for producing some of the largest rainbow trout around! They have such a beautiful sheen and color to them, that’s it’s hard not to love fighting these beauts on the rod! Unlike salmon, rainbow trout do not spawn and die off but continue to grow larger and beefier over time. Because we enjoy fishing for bows, we practice ‘catch & release’. If you’ve been thinking about coming down to the Kenai Peninsula ..read more

What are you waiting for? The season of silvers is going to get away before you know it! Head on down to the beautiful Kenai Peninsula to meet up with your knowledgeable guide on the Kenai River. Day after day, our guests are reeling in the silvers, filling the fish box! Don’t wait for the silver season to slip away!  Call today to book a fun day on the Kenai River! Dates are limited, so hurry! See you on the water! Drifting On The Fly www.driftingonthefly.com (907) 382-6808 The post HI HO SILVERS….are getting AWAY! appeared first on Drifting on the Fly, LLC ..read more

While we had fun catching sockeye salmon left and right, they have spawned to the point of no return. While most of the sockeyes have morphed into their “red” nickname….there were some still to be kept. The first run of silver salmon are in full swing on the Kenai River! They will cause your reel to zing and your rod to bend in half! Your captain will call out instructions as you reel the silver in! “Rod tip to the left, reel it in keeping the line tight…” The post HIGH HO SILVERS appeared first on Drifting on the Fly, LLC ..read more