In addition to record sized salmon, the Kenai River is internationally regarded for it's wild Rainbow Trout and Dolly Varden fishing. Two deep glacier lakes, millions of salmon eggs and literally tons of salmon flesh produce trophy trout and char from 2 - 20 pounds. From mid-June to the end of September, trout fishing is an option for guests seeking variety on their Alaska vacation. There are also several Kenai tributaries and other small local streams that offer exciting sight fishing opportunities for intermediate to advanced fly fishers.

Steelhead are to Rainbow Trout what Kodiak Brown Bears are to Grizzlies, bigger, stronger and full of attitude. Similar to salmon, Steelhead are born in the freshwater and then migrate to the ocean where they pack on the pounds by preying on a buffet of savory seafood. By mid-September Steelhead return to several Kenai Peninsula streams where we use flies or small lures to entice them to strike. Since September is already peak season for Rainbows, Dolly Varden and the second run of Silver Salmon, Steelhead are the icing on the cake for our late season guests.

Named after a Charles Dickens character, Dollies have outrageous colors as they near their fall spawning. Like Steelhead, many Dollies live in the ocean and migrate up river in August to gorge on salmon eggs and then to spawn. They often travel in huge schools making for HOT action. We fish Dollies the same as trout, usually with egg patterns drifted through prime holes in a scenic wilderness section of the Kenai River. This is relaxing fishing that affords photographic and wildlife viewing opportunities. We also offer sight fishing in crystal clear streams for intermediate to advanced fly anglers.