This Kasilof River Fishing Report delivers the latest updates, counts, and photos from this sometimes overshadowed Kenai Peninsula river. Close to the Kenai but quieter, the Kasilof offers plenty of fishing action often with fewer crowds. Check back regularly for current conditions and fresh reports from the river.

July 7, 2025

Sockeye fishing on the Kasilof River is still going strong. According to the latest numbers from the Alaska Department of Fish and Game, the run is holding steady, with over 35,000 fish counted on both July 3rd and July 5th, and the total so far topping 420,000. Most of the action has been on the North bank, but both sides of the river are seeing solid numbers.

Over the weekend, anglers reported steady sockeye action, with some down time between pushes up river. Many experienced folks were able to hit their limits in just one to two hours. The best bite has definitely been early in the morning, especially before 7 a.m. Once the commercial nets go in, things slow down a bit, but there are still plenty of fish making their way upriver. The daily bag limit for sockeye is six per angler, and with a little patience, most people are still filling their limits in 3-4 hours.

If you’re looking for a quieter spot, Monday morning has been much less crowded than the weekend. Weekdays are a great option if you want a little more elbow room, but the fishing on the weekend is still a great time.

This year’s sockeye run on the Kasilof River is outpacing the last several seasons and is shaping up to be one of the strongest in recent memory. The run has been so robust that the bag limit was increased, and anglers are enjoying some consistent and productive fishing.

All in all, the Kasilof is offering some of the best sockeye fishing of the season right now, so it’s a great time to get out there and enjoy it.

A stringer of bright Kasilof River sockeye, June 23, with Alaska Drift Away Fishing.

July 3, 2025

Sockeye fishing on the Kasilof River has been steady, with daily counts rising over the past week. On July 1 alone, 34,788 sockeye passed through. 22,614 on the North Bank and 12,174 on the South Bank. This brings the cumulative total to 290,672 as of July 1. Counts have climbed each day since June 26, when 15,900 fish entered the river. With the bag and possession limits increased on June 25, now’s a great time to get in on the action if you haven’t already.

Add Your Voice to the Fishing Report

Whether you’re a local who knows the rivers by heart or a visitor reeling in your first Alaskan catch, we want to hear from you.

Return to All Alaska Fishing Reports