Alaska Fishing Guides

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Alaska Salmon Fishing With Soldotna Fishing Guides Who Do It Right When people search for Alaska salmon fishing, they’re usually looking for more than just a place to wet a line. They want strong salmon runs, experienced local guides, and a trip that’s well run from start to finish. That’s exactly what we focus on […]

Pink Salmon Fishing for Kids on the Kenai River

Kenai river fishing

A Family-Friendly Adventure with a Kenai River Fishing Guide If you’re looking for a fun, affordable, and unforgettable way to introduce your kids to fishing in Alaska, pink salmon fishing on the Kenai River is hard to beat. Known for its beautiful scenery, calm stretches of water, and high salmon numbers during peak runs, the […]

Kenai River Sockeye Fishing- A Guide tip

Kenai river sockeye fishing

Sockeye Salmon Fishing on the Kenai River: Why Circle Hooks Are a Game Changer When it comes to sockeye salmon fishing on the Kenai River, efficiency matters—especially during peak runs when fish are stacked nose to tail. As a Kenai River fishing guide based in Soldotna, staying dialed in on gear choices can mean the […]

Simple Salmon Burger Recipe (With Big Flavor)

A nice kenai river sockeye salmon

An easy, delicious salmon recipe I’ll be the first to admit it—eating baked and grilled salmon can get boring, quickly. After a long season on the Kenai River, even the best salmon starts to feel repetitive. That’s why these salmon cakes are one of my go-to ways to change things up. As a Kenai River […]

Upper Kasilof River Sockeye Salmon Fishing

Upper Kasilof River sockeye salmon fishing with Chadwick’s Fishing Guide Service

What a trip down the Kasilof river Looks Like with Chadwick’s Fishing Guide Service For anglers researching Kasilof River fishing guides, sockeye salmon fishing on the Upper Kasilof River offers one of the earliest and most consistent salmon opportunities on the Kenai Peninsula. The Kasilof River receives its sockeye salmon return much earlier than the […]

Best Alaska Fishing Trips | Chadwick’s Fishing Guide Service

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Best Alaska Fishing Trips: Why Soldotna Is the Heart of Alaska’s Road System Fishing When anglers search for the best Alaska fishing trips, they’re often imagining remote fly-out lodges and expensive bush planes. What many don’t realize is that some of the best fishing Alaska has to offer is right on the road system—and it […]

Best times to fish the Kenai River

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Best Time to Fish the Kenai River The best time to fish the Kenai River depends on the species you’re targeting. Located on the Kenai Peninsula near Soldotna, Alaska, the river offers outstanding fishing from spring through fall. Kenai River Salmon Seasons Trout & Char Fishing Whether you’re planning a guided trip or fishing on […]

Pro-Tips, Spinner fishing for kenai river silver salmon

How to Fish Spinners for Coho Salmon on the Kenai River Tips from the Boat – by professional guide Andrew Chadwick If you’re looking to get in on some of the most exciting salmon fishing Alaska has to offer, you can’t beat spinner fishing for silver salmon on the Kenai River. Coho (silver) salmon are […]

2025 Kenai river Silver salmon run update

The Coho Are In — Book Your Trip Before It’s Too Late Every once in a while, we get a salmon season that blows everything else out of the water. This is one of those years. The Coho (Silver) Salmon are showing up in huge numbers right now — and they’re bigger than we’ve seen […]

Kasilof River Fishing: Your Guide to an Epic Alaska Adventure

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Planning your trip with a Kasilof River Fishing Guide When it comes to unforgettable Alaska fishing experiences, the lower Kasilof River stands out as a hidden gem. Located just south of Soldotna and accessible solely via drift boat this glacial-fed section of river can offer a more intimate alternative to the nearby Kenai. King Salmon […]