Silver Salmon, also called Coho Salmon, are an aggressive, hard fighting fish that really put anglers to the test. They are known for their acrobatic displays, performing cartwheels and somersaults as they fight. Because of their strength and aggression we believe the Silver Salmon is one of the most rewarding fish to catch. We fish both the Kenai and the Kasilof rivers for Silvers.
Silver Salmon, on the Kenai Peninsula, arrive in early August and build through the end of the month. The upper portion of the Kenai is a drift-only and runs through the Kenai National Wildlife Refuge, while the shores of the lower Kenai are dotted with houses of Alaskans and is open to power boats. In all we cover more than fourteen miles of the KenaiRiver.
Silver salmon fishing on the Kasilof is an all together different experience. We leave the bustle and power boats of the Kenai, for the tranquil “drift-only” waters of the Kasilof. Silvers Salmon on the Kasilof are a little bit smaller, but so is the water you are fishing. The smaller water lets you get closer to the action.
"Great day - limited out on silvers plus a bonus sockeye!"
- Sam and Missy, Herman, MO.
"It started out a great day. It got even better when we caught our limit of Silver Salmon!"
- Jonathon Lee, Girdwood, AK.
About Alaska
Silver Salmon
Coho Salmon are bright silver with small black spots on their backs and on the upper part of their caudal fin. The average weight is 7-12 pounds. The flesh of the Coho salmon is light pink and has a very delicate flavor. A very difficult salmon to keep fresh because of it's feeding habits. The flesh tends to soften very quickly unless dressed immediately after being caught.