Kenai River Kings
Make no mistake: Kenai River Kings are trophy fish. They are limited in
number and genetically unique. Each one is special, and fishing for these
beasts requires a special mind-set. Despite what other less-scrupulous
operators might lead you to believe, it often takes patience and
perseverance to locate a few of these huge salmon. Fishing the Kenai for
Kings is not about action or guaranteed success; rather, it is trophy
hunting at its finest! Like “dollar slots at Vegas,” we don’t hit often,
but when we do, we frequently “hit the jackpot!”
For example, the world-famous Kenai River holds the present world-record
king, a monster salmon of 97 lb. 4 oz. It has also produced eight of the
ten biggest Kings ever documented on rod and reel! The Kenai River also
boasts the highest average (35-50 lbs) and every year produces salmon in
the 60-80 lb. class. Although success rates can be relatively low (1-6
Kings per boat) there simply are no better odds at a huge,
fish-of-a-lifetime!
This wide but shallow river is a beautiful glacier-green, and while it can
sometimes be fairly crowded during peak King season, it remains orderly
and enjoyable over all. In fact, even at the busiest time of year, Kenai
River King fishing still offers a pleasant experience with frequent
sightings of moose, eagles and other Alaska wildlife. The custom 21 ft.
Willie Boat river sleds we utilize are powered by quiet 4-stroke
outboards; they are extra-roomy, safe, and fast, getting you quickly to
the best salmon holes on the river.
Our Kenai King salmon charters take place in the lower 23 miles of the
river, where the salmon are in prime condition, fresh from their ocean
home and full of fight. They make great table-fare, should you elect to
keep one. A Kenai River King charter with EZ Limit is the finest
available, an "all-day" charter of at least 8.5 hrs. of fishing that is
less rushed and more enjoyable than our competitors “half-day” 5.5 hour
charters. In addition, our longer charters provide a success rate is that
much higher than those half-day "hurry up" trips! All tackle and gear
(first class G.Loomis rods and Shimano reels) is included and your catch
will be photographed, filleted and bagged by your guide at the end of the
day at no extra charge.
If you're a trophy hunter, this is the trip for you! Please
contact us for
best times during the peak of the runs, then come and match your angling
skills against the biggest salmon in the world - the mighty Kenai King!
Check out more Kenai King photos from EZ Limit.
Kasilof River Kings
Located just 12 miles south of Soldotna and the famous Kenai River, a
Kasilof River King salmon trip is perfect for those anglers looking for an
extremely peaceful King charter. A quiet drift boat (non-motorized) trip
down the shallow, glacial Kasilof is perfect for both beginning salmon
anglers and those seeking a more mellow experience with higher odds of
success than trophy Kenai King fishing. This one-way (down stream!) float
trip is extremely soothing, until your relaxed state is interrupted by a
pumping rod and powerful tide - fresh King Salmon, that is!
Unlike the Kenai River, the Kasilof River is best known for its relatively
high-success rate (2-10 Kings per boat) on Kings that weigh 17-25 lbs. on
average. We use fairly light gear and these fish fight hard! Overall,
fishing regulations are more liberal on this hatchery based river. For
example, anglers are not required to quit fishing after keeping a King, a
bonus for those visitors wishing to take some great-eating salmon home and
spend the entire day fishing!
Let our custom-built, comfortable four-seat Willie drift boats float you
to some of the most productive King salmon fishing in Alaska. Our Kasilof
King charters take place in the lower six miles of the river: in other
words, we fish the tides that bring chrome-bright, hard fighting Kings.
This trip is the finest available, an "all-day" charter of at least 8.5
hrs. of fishing that is less rushed and more enjoyable. This “all-day”
trip also means our success rate is much higher than the competitor’s
half-day "hurry up" trips! All tackle and gear (light action G.Loomis rods
and Shimano reels) is provided, and your catch will be photographed,
filleted and bagged at the end of the day by your guide at no extra
charge.
If you are looking for a relaxed charter with a high success rate on
beautiful, bright Kings - this is the trip for you! Please
contact us for
best times during the peak of the runs, then come and experience what
makes the Kasilof River one of the most popular King Salmon fisheries in
Alaska!
Check out more Kasilof King photos from EZ Limit.
