Coho salmon Migrations on the Kenai
2027 Silver Run Timing
Silver Run 2027
Kenai River Silver Salmon Run Timing & Peaks (2027)
Silver (Coho) Salmon offer thrilling late-season sport. This 2027 guide covers early and late coho run migrations, peak dates, and tide trends.
The First Run: August Peak
First-run silvers enter the Kenai in late July, peaking around August 15. Limits are typically 2 coho per day.
The Second Run: September Peak
The second, larger run arrives in late August, peaking September 10–25. Limits often increase to 3 per day.
Tidal Migrations in the Lower River
Silvers push into the river in schools on incoming high tides. Fishing the lower river sloughs during tide switches is highly productive.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How late do silver salmon run?
Silvers run through October, offering outstanding cold-weather sport alongside trophy trout.
What lures are best for tidal silvers?
Vibrax spinners (size 4 or 5) in pink, silver, or chartreuse are highly effective.