King of the River – Drift Boat
King of the River – Drift Boat
Head into the Kasilof River with 'King of the River' and see what Salmon fishing in Alaska is all about! One of the things that makes fishing the Kasilof so special is the fact that it's a drift only river with restricted access to motorized boats.
Capt. Dean Schlehofer has been fishing here for over 3 decades and knows how to get you on your targets. He's got 2 18' Willie drift boats, both of which can accommodate up to 4 anglers each. Drift boat fishing is super hands-on and Capt. Dean controls the direction and speed of the boat so you can focus on fishing.
Whichever Salmon you're after, chances are it passes through the Kasilof River. You'll hook everything from Chinook (King) to Silver (Coho) and Red (Sockeye) Salmon, in extra-large sizes. Use a combination of live and artificial bait and make good use of Capt. Dean's top-notch G Loomis and Tekota rods, reels, and tackle.
Fly fishing is also an option if you're going after Red Salmon, just let Capt. Dean know ahead of time so he can bring along the gear. He also has a deckhand on board with him on all trips to help out and make sure you have a great time. Tips are appreciated and 10% to 20% is customary.
At the end of the trip, they'll clean and fillet your fish so it's ready to cook. If you have a fair amount of travel ahead of you, Capt. Dean can arrange special perishable packaging through FedEx for an additional $25. This way, your catch is either mailed to you or packaged safely for transport.
Don't forget to pick up a valid Alaska fishing license before setting out. You'll also want to bring any drinks and snacks you'd like to enjoy while you're on board. Enjoy a spectacular day on Alaska's Kasilof River with King of the River!
Please note there is a sales tax, about 6%, that is not included in the trip prices.
Head into the Kasilof River with 'King of the River' and see what Salmon fishing in Alaska is all about! One of the things that makes fishing the Kasilof so special is the fact that it's a drift only river with restricted access to motorized boats.
Capt. Dean Schlehofer has been fishing here for over 3 decades and knows how to get you on your targets. He's got 2 18' Willie drift boats, both of which can accommodate up to 4 anglers each. Drift boat fishing is super hands-on and Capt. Dean controls the direction and speed of the boat so you can focus on fishing.
Whichever Salmon you're after, chances are it passes through the Kasilof River. You'll hook everything from Chinook (King) to Silver (Coho) and Red (Sockeye) Salmon, in extra-large sizes. Use a combination of live and artificial bait and make good use of Capt. Dean's top-notch G Loomis and Tekota rods, reels, and tackle.
Fly fishing is also an option if you're going after Red Salmon, just let Capt. Dean know ahead of time so he can bring along the gear. He also has a deckhand on board with him on all trips to help out and make sure you have a great time. Tips are appreciated and 10% to 20% is customary.
At the end of the trip, they'll clean and fillet your fish so it's ready to cook. If you have a fair amount of travel ahead of you, Capt. Dean can arrange special perishable packaging through FedEx for an additional $25. This way, your catch is either mailed to you or packaged safely for transport.
Don't forget to pick up a valid Alaska fishing license before setting out. You'll also want to bring any drinks and snacks you'd like to enjoy while you're on board. Enjoy a spectacular day on Alaska's Kasilof River with King of the River!
Please note there is a sales tax, about 6%, that is not included in the trip prices.
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Jason was an awesome guide! He made sure we were out on the river before other boats and provided a thorough explanation of how to fish for sockeye salmon. We had fish on our lines before most people even arrived at the spot. Jason's personality, knowledge of the river / Alaska, and willingness to answer many questions made the trip a great experience!
We went fishing with King of the River as a first time family with members ranging from 5-69 on the trip. We had a great time and caught plenty of sockeye. Dean and Michael were great, they ensured everyone had guidance and support. We plan to do this again in the future.
Mike was a fantastic guide and made our experience unforgettable! He made sure we didnt leave without our limit!
flossing for Sockeye was always on the list. Caught the limit and it was so fun.
Jason was a great guide super patient
FAQs about King of the River – Drift Boat
- US $250 per person - Half Day Trip (5 hours)
- US $325 per person - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Radar
- Rods, reels & tackle (G Loomis rods, Tekota 300LC for Silver Salmon)
- Live bait
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting
- First mate (Deckhand, 10-20% is customary )
- Fly fishing equipment (Red Salmon only, request in advance )
- River fishing
- Inshore fishing (Red Salmon )
- Light tackle
- Heavy tackle
- Jigging
- Fly fishing (Red Salmon only )
- Drift fishing
- Salmon
- Salmon (Chinook)
- Salmon (Coho)
- Salmon (Pink)
- Salmon (Sockeye)
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Kasilof, Alaska, United States
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I have been fishing the Kenai River since 1986. Growing up in Connecticut, I often saw magazines writing about giant King Salmon in the Kenai. It was my dream to one day go to Alaska and catch one of those Kings. In 1981 my family and I miraculously moved to Alaska. I always seemed to fish north of Anchorage but in 1986 I went south to the Kenai with my friend Charles on his 16' aluminum boat. My first King weighed in at 37 lbs. A few weeks later I bought my first boat. On July 28, 1986, I landed an 80 lbs King Salmon. My dream of landing a trophy King had come true. I was the one who was hooked.
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