Jason’s Guide Service
Jason's Guide Service provides professionally guided fishing trips that'll have you reeling in trophy-sized Rainbow Trout and a variety of Salmon in no time. Your guide, Jason Lesmeister, has over 20 years experience providing guided adventures along the Kenai River in Alaska, and prides himself on providing fully-customized trips that are perfectly suited to fit his customers' needs.
Jason lives where he guides, and spends over 200 days a year on the water, both professionally and for fun. His goal is to provide eco-friendly fishing trips that will provide a lifetime of memories, and protect these rivers and lakes so that they can be enjoyed by future anglers. Jason practices catch and release on all native Rainbow Trout, while Dolly Varden and varieties of Salmon can be caught for both sport and table fare.
You'll head out onto Kenai River in a 20' Willie drift boat. Drift boating is perfect for anglers who want a hands-on experience, as it allows you to fish from the boat as well as 'beaching up' and wading these productive waters for your catch. It also allows for a peaceful, environmentally-friendly adventure. Jason can accommodate up to 4 guests on each trip, and his drift boat is equipped with all of the necessary navigational and safety gear for a productive day on the water.
Jason prides himself on not only being a year-round guide, but also living and fishing in his guiding area. This means that he is able to keep his finger on the pulse when it comes to the species that travel through this river! He knows the best times to visit for your dream catch. Want to reel in huge Rainbow Trout? Visit during Autumn. If you're after Sockeye Salmon, join Jason in July. You'll also have the chance to hook Chinook and Coho Salmon, and plenty more.
You'll be provided with top-quality G-Loomis, Shimano, and Lamson rods and reels, as well as tackle. All you need to bring is a fishing license. Join Jason's Guide Service and get ready to reel in your dream catch!
Jason's Guide Service provides professionally guided fishing trips that'll have you reeling in trophy-sized Rainbow Trout and a variety of Salmon in no time. Your guide, Jason Lesmeister, has over 20 years experience providing guided adventures along the Kenai River in Alaska, and prides himself on providing fully-customized trips that are perfectly suited to fit his customers' needs.
Jason lives where he guides, and spends over 200 days a year on the water, both professionally and for fun. His goal is to provide eco-friendly fishing trips that will provide a lifetime of memories, and protect these rivers and lakes so that they can be enjoyed by future anglers. Jason practices catch and release on all native Rainbow Trout, while Dolly Varden and varieties of Salmon can be caught for both sport and table fare.
You'll head out onto Kenai River in a 20' Willie drift boat. Drift boating is perfect for anglers who want a hands-on experience, as it allows you to fish from the boat as well as 'beaching up' and wading these productive waters for your catch. It also allows for a peaceful, environmentally-friendly adventure. Jason can accommodate up to 4 guests on each trip, and his drift boat is equipped with all of the necessary navigational and safety gear for a productive day on the water.
Jason prides himself on not only being a year-round guide, but also living and fishing in his guiding area. This means that he is able to keep his finger on the pulse when it comes to the species that travel through this river! He knows the best times to visit for your dream catch. Want to reel in huge Rainbow Trout? Visit during Autumn. If you're after Sockeye Salmon, join Jason in July. You'll also have the chance to hook Chinook and Coho Salmon, and plenty more.
You'll be provided with top-quality G-Loomis, Shimano, and Lamson rods and reels, as well as tackle. All you need to bring is a fishing license. Join Jason's Guide Service and get ready to reel in your dream catch!
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Heather Maile5.0Verifiedgorgeous fishing trip
Half Day Trip – Salmon on July 10, 2026 • 4 adultsWe loved our time out on the Kenai. Our guide Henry was knowledgeable and easy to talk to. Our experience was easy to book and finalize. The breathtaking scenery was an experience in and of itself. We caught 10 fish during our half day trip…unfortunately had to release all of them, but still a great experience overall.
Matt WingRepeat angler5.0VerifiedThis is the “reel” deal!!!
Full Day Trip – Trout on August 30, 2026 • 3 adultsJason had the patience, teaching knack and experience to put my wife and two adult daughters on fish all day. And they had minimal experience and had never been in a drift boat before. Don’t question it, book it!
Thomas MacejkoRepeat angler5.0VerifiedSuperb day fishing!
Full Day Trip – Salmon on July 15, 2026 • 1 adultReally enjoyed the day on the river with Jason landing rainbows and Dolly varden. He is an extremely knowledgeable and patient guide who had me on the fish all day. I look forward to fishing with him again.
Angela Christensen5.0VerifiedCourteous, Patient and Good Scoping out the Fun!
Half Day Trip – Salmon on June 12, 2026 • 2 adultsgreat experience having our guide, Joe. Personable, patient teaching, talkative just enough without being tiring ;) would recommend!
Robert Boswell5.0VerifiedWonderful trip
Full Day Trip – Trout on August 18, 2026 • 1 adult
Billy HigginbothamRepeat angler5.0VerifiedHrear
Full Day Trip – Salmon on June 20, 2026 • 4 adults • 1 child
John Mccanna5.0VerifiedGreat Day on the Kenia River
Full Day Trip – Trout on August 5, 2025 • 4 adultsOur first trip to Alaska Jason's Guide Service gave us the fishing trip of a lifetime. Four of us husbands and our wife's who have never fished were up and running in no time catching our limits of Sockeye Salmon. Our guide for the day, Joe, was great assisting our wives with the technics required for them to have a blast. We all highly recommend this fishing trip to anyone of any age a skill level if you want to have a great time with a professional Guide Service.
Jennifer GoberRepeat angler5.0VerifiedGreat Morning Fishing Trip with Jason
Half Day Trip – Salmon on July 11, 2025 • 3 adultsMy family and I had a wonderful day on the Kenai River with Jason. He was an amazing guide who went above and beyond to make our trip special. He took the time to teach my son how to fly fish, and shared helpful tips with both me and my husband. Not only did he get us onto some fish, but he made the whole experience fun and memorable. We truly enjoyed our time with him and would highly recommend Jason to anyone looking for a great fishing adventure on the Kenai.
Barton Nelson5.0VerifiedGreat Fishing Trip
Full Day Trip – Trout on September 5, 2024 • 3 adultsHad an Awesome day of fishing with Jasons Guide Service out of Coopers Landing. Joe is a great guide very personable and great to spend the day and wet some line. Caught world class Rainbows and good sized Dolly’s. They do a great job for the fishery so we will be able to come back.Had a great time fishing with my son and his friend. Great day for a father. A great day had by all. Barton Nelson
Michael CabajRepeat angler5.0VerifiedBest Lifetime Trout
Full Day Trip – Salmon on July 10, 2025 • 2 adultsI was able to catch the largest Rainbow Trout of life (and I'm 68 years old and have been flyfishing since I was 14). We had a great day, lots of large trout and dollies. And the wildlife views were fantastic.
FAQs about Jason’s Guide Service
- US $900 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - Half Day Trip – Salmon (4 hours)
- US $900 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - Half Day Trip – Trout (4 hours)
- US $1,200 per group, additional US $200 per person after 3 guests - Full Day Trip – Trout (8 hours)
- US $1,200 per group, additional US $200 per person after 3 guests - Full Day Trip – Salmon (8 hours)
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- Fishfinder
- Ice box
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting
- Fly fishing equipment (Gloomis, Lamson, Shimano,)
- River fishing
- Lake fishing
- Backcountry fishing
- Light tackle
- Jigging
- Fly fishing
- Ice fishing
- Dolly Varden
- Lake Trout
- Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
- Salmon (Coho)
- Salmon (Sockeye)
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