Hoping to catch some fish on the Kenai River? Then Nate Sims Fishing has a trip with your name on it! With Captain Nathaniel at the helm, you’ll benefit from years of knowledge and experience.

These waters are known for Rainbow Trout (Steelhead), Dolly Varden, Chinook Salmon, Coho Salmon, Sockeye Salmon, Grayling, Pink Salmon, and more – with any luck, it won’t take long to hook into some. Depending on the species you’re after, you may find yourself spinning, trolling, drifting, jigging, or maybe something more specialized in this area. Capt. Nathaniel also offers fly fishing.

Capt. Nathaniel welcomes anglers of all ages, including kids, so go ahead and bring the whole family along! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board. Also, remember to bring snacks so that nobody gets grumpy on an empty stomach!

You’ll be dropping lines from a 21’ Willie Predator River sled that holds up to 5 passengers. It has all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. Rods, reels, and tackle are provided, along with lures.

You will need to purchase a local fishing license before the trip. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain. Some species might be protected or require a tag to keep them, so make sure you know what to expect.

A few items to bring include bottled water, sunglasses, and sunscreen (non-spray). If you’d like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but try to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

How often would you rather be fishing? Go on and turn that daydream into a reality, with Nate Sims Fishing.



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Shared trip
    Half Day Trip
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip May 20 - Sep 10
    Price for 2 persons
    US $450
    I offer 6-hour charters for all available Salmon and Trout species on the Kenai and Kasilof Rivers. Depending on the time of year we will be able to target Sockeye, Silver, King, and Pink Salmon. We can also target both Rainbow Trout and Dolly Vardens. Fly Fishermen look no further if you want a fly fishing Trout experience on the Kenai.
    Targeted fish
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Dolly Varden
    Dolly Varden
    Salmon (Chinook)
    Chinook Salmon
    Salmon (Coho)
    Coho Salmon
    Salmon (Sockeye)
    Sockeye Salmon
    Salmon (Pink)
    Pink Salmon
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    9 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip May 20 - Sep 10
    Price for 2 persons
    US $600
    My full-day fishing charter gives clients the maximum amount of time to target Salmon and Trout on the Kenai and Kasilof Rivers. This is a particularly good trip for those who want to target multiple species or maximize the chance of catching trophy-size Trout and Salmon.
    Targeted fish
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Dolly Varden
    Dolly Varden
    Salmon (Chinook)
    Chinook Salmon
    Salmon (Coho)
    Coho Salmon
    Salmon (Sockeye)
    Sockeye Salmon
    Salmon (Pink)
    Pink Salmon

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.7 / 5
out of 5 stars from 10 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.7 / 5
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Good experience
100%
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100%
Satisfied with the boat
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Bryana S.
Seattle, Washington
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Amazing guide! Highly Recommended!

Full Day Trip on June 11, 2023
Nate was absolutely fabulous!  We started out fishing for sockeye salmon and Nate was so patient teaching us what do do. ...
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Hilary C.
Seattle, Washington
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Fun, Limits, and Extra Mile!

Full Day Trip on July 10, 2023
We had a blast with Nate. He’s really patient, knowledgeable, and fun to be around. The boat and equipment was solid. We...
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Scott A.
Albuquerque, New Mexico
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

River fishing trip with Nate Sims

Half Day Trip on June 13, 2022
Nate is an expert on the river. All you have to do is show up and catch fish. Nate knows where to go and what they are biting...
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Brian K.
United States
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Half Day trip with Nate Sims

Half Day Trip on July 6, 2021
We hired Nate Sims for a Half Day trip for Kings and another one of his guides the next day for a half day trip for sockeye. ...
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Philip R.
Good
2.7 / 5
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3.0 / 5
Boat
Good
3.0 / 5
Crew
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2.0 / 5
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Disappointed.

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on July 1, 2024
Other guided boats had good success from what I could see on that day on the river and in the boat take out parking lot. Crowded...
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FAQs about Nate Sims Fishing

Nate Sims Fishing offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $225 per person - Half Day Trip (6 hours)
  • US $300 per person - Full Day Trip (9 hours)

When you book a trip with Nate Sims Fishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Nate Sims Fishing include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Fly Fishing Equipment

Nate Sims Fishing offers the following type of fishing:
  • River Fishing

Nate Sims Fishing offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Fly Fishing
  • Drift Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Nate Sims Fishing include:
  • Dolly Varden
  • Grayling
  • Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
  • Salmon (Chinook)
  • Salmon (Coho)
  • Salmon (Pink)
  • Salmon (Sockeye)

Meet the Charter Operator

Nate Sims Fishing
Soldotna, Alaska, United States
1 Fishing Report
10 Customer reviews
Response time 15 hours
Member since July 2023
I have been obsessed with fishing since I was old enough to hold a fishing rod. My grandfather was an avid fly fisherman and taught me everything he knew. Now I share my love of fishing with my clients on the Kenai River in Alaska!

About this listing

Targeted species

Dolly Varden Dolly Varden
Grayling Grayling
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead) Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Salmon (Chinook) Chinook Salmon

Boat specs

Boat Image
Boat category
Unpowered boats
Capacity
5 persons
Boat length
21 ft
Year built
2015
Boat manufacturer
Willie Boats
Boat type
Drift boat

Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 50HP
Max cruising speed
27 knots

Types of fishing

River Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Fly Fishing
Drift Fishing

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Ice Box

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fly Fishing Equipment

Cancellation policy

Deposit non-refundable

If it is unsafe to travel, you may still cancel free of charge or change the date(s) of your booking.

Listing policies

Pickup agreed upon reservation
Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% deposit to guarantee your reservation.

The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:

Cash
PayPal
Checks
Bank Transfer

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