Experience the Alaskan Trout Fishing Trip of a Lifetime!

With Alaska Drift Away Fishing Guides

Experience the Alaskan Trout Fishing Trip of a Lifetime!

With Alaska Drift Away Fishing Guides

Kenai River Fishing Guides & Lodging

the Rainbow Trout capital of Alaska…

Alaska Drift Away Fishing is based in Soldotna along the banks of Alaska’s famous Kenai River. Our team of local experts will help facilitate the perfect fishing experience based on your interests and group size. Whether you’re looking for something to do for the day while exploring the Kenai region, or you’re planning a multi-day Alaskan trout fishing adventure, we have day trip and lodging options to suit your needs. Explore our site to learn about the best time to fish the Kenai River for rainbow trout, how we approach fly fishing and spin fishing for these trophy bows, and our available 2023 Kenai River float fishing charters.

Kenai River Day Trips

Float fishing trips start at $195 per person.

If you’re looking for things to do in Kenai or Cooper Landing areas, a float fishing trip for trophy rainbow trout on the Kenai River is a no-brainer!

Multi-Day Lodge Packages

Custom Kenai River fishing lodge packages.

Beastly Kenai River rainbow trout attract anglers from around the world. Our private cabins sit on 8.5 acres and provide the perfect basecamp for your trip.

Peak Trout Fishing Dates

See the best times to trout fish the Kenai River.

Drift Away Fishing has come up with peak dates based on best productive times from our own experience. Book these dates for the best odds of success.

Alaska Rainbow Trout Fishing Locations on the Kenai River

Drift Away fishing focuses mainly on the Middle Kenai River, with limited drift boat only trips available on the Upper Kenai River by request.

Middle Kenai River

Alaska rainbow trout fishing is the best in the world due to the millions of salmon that return to its rivers each summer. Rainbow trout devour the eggs and carcasses from spawning salmon, this incredible food source allows Alaska rainbow trout to reach epic proportions.

The Kenai River is one of the best and most accessible rainbow trout fisheries in Alaska. 10lb rainbow trout frequent the net, and while tangling with bows over 15lbs is not uncommon, landing them is another story. Experiencing the battle of a wild, native, Kenai River rainbow trout will turn your once in a lifetime Alaska fishing trip into an annual event.

Rainbow Trout Fishing Testimonials

“We had such an exceptional day of catching large rainbow trout on the Kenai River. We immediately caught fish with Nigel, and we also fished areas that other guides routinely passed up which worked out well, because the two largest fish we caught that day were in areas that others drifted by… we would recommend Driftaway to anyone who wants to land large rainbows on the Kenai River."
Todd Bennett and George Pess
"As a resident Alaskan, I have fished all over the State and with many guides. Jeremy and Nick do it right. They know the river and work it hard. Their equipment is all first class. They are a great choice for a day trip or stay with them close to the river. Whether you are an experienced fly fisherman or a novice they know how to provide a great experience."
- Trip Advisor Reviewer, Anchorage, AK
"My wife and I booked a stay at Silver Tip Cabins, and we fished for trout one day with Nigel. It was fantastic. The cabin we stayed in was quiet, spacious, comfortable, and very clean. Nigel was a wonderful guide who was patient with us and very knowledgable about the river, the wildlife and Alaska in general. We caught some nice rainbow trout and had an enjoyable day out. The boat and the equipment were state of the art. The second day we did a fly out trip which Jeremey helped us book. Awesome! We caught sockeye salmon, saw bears, and several eagles. We were able to vacuum seal and freeze our fish at Silver Tip and got them back to Montana easily. Soldotna is only a few miles from their location which is another plus. I highly recommend these folks, they are top-notch. We would definitely go back if given the opportunity."
- Trip Advisor Reviewer, Billings, Montana
"My group of 8 had the pleasure of fishing with Jeremy and Nick the third week of September 2018 and had an unforgettable experience! Regardless of the varied conditions, they worked hard at both staying on top of what the fish were doing and at TEACHING us how to catch them! Lot’s of quality rainbows and lots of opportunities at giant bows! These guys never stopped adjusting, never stopped coaching, and never stopped having FUN! Cannot wait to return!"
- Andrew M, Wisconsin
"This is world-class flyfishing for big rainbows on beautiful water. Jeremy is a fantastic guide who puts you on fish and really knows the rivers, techniques and Alaska’s fishery. Top notch!"
Vic Velton

Alaska Trophy Rainbow Trout Gallery

15lbs of wild, native, Kenai rainbow trout. The bows and the river in which they live is truly spectacular and one of the best fisheries in the world for shots at fish like this.
A Healthy Kenai River Leopard Bow.
Practicing proper C&R tactics help keep the Kenai River the amazing fishery it is.
This thing went absolutely ballistic once it figured out it was hooked. 15lb Kenai Rainbow trout are in a league of their own and will put your angling ability to the ultimate test.
14lbs of wild, native Kenai River Rainbow Trout.
18.5" girth Rainbow Trout.
So close but so far, Kenai Rainbow Trout are incredibly intelligent fighters.
Using a measuring board and rubber net is essential when documenting your catch.
A true Kenai legend, 30 inch club weighing just over 16lbs! Hooking and landing these beasts are two totally different stories, are you ready for the challenge?
One of 3 big trout this lucky angler caught on a fall Rainbow Trout day on the Kenai River. When you get the techniques down for bead fishing trout in Alaska awesome things can happen.