Around The Bend Fishing – Kenai, AK 

4.9/5 (14 reviews)
 Centennial Park Road, Soldotna, AK 99669, United States

Around The Bend Fishing – Kenai, AK 

Soldotna, AK, United States
21 ft
5
4.9/5 (14 reviews)

    Around the Bend Fishing in beautiful Soldotna Alaska offers a one of a kind fishing experience for young and old.  Captain Sim and his twelve year old son Simmy are a father and son team that put you on fish and keep you laughing the whole day through.  They can accommodate up to five guest on board the power boat or up to 4 on the drift boat.
    They offer a 21' Willie Predator that uses a 50 HP Yamaha High Thrust motor with a maximum cruising speed of 40 knots to target Sockeye or Silvers on the Kenai River in July and August, or you can also take the drift boat if you are fishing the Kasilof river for Kings or Sockeye in June.
    There's a great selection of freshwater fish you can target on your journey. Salmon we target include Sockeye and Silver salmon. Also, you can catch and release Dolly Varden and Rainbow Trout. You and your guide will catch fish by fly fishing and spinning on light and heavy tackle. You can also sit back and enjoy pulling plugs for silver salmon.
    The captain will provide you with all the tackle, fly fishing gear, lures, as well as fish cleaning and filleting. Before you depart, just make sure you have your licenses, snacks, and drinks.
    Come visit Around the Bend Fishing and have a great day on the water! Children under 12 must wear life vests and they will be provided.
    Don't forget to bring bottled water, sunblock, and sunglasses. If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation. Around the Bend Fishing operates a drug free vessel. Thanks for looking and we hope to see you soon. 

    Around the Bend Fishing in beautiful Soldotna Alaska offers a one of a kind fishing experience for young and old.  Captain Sim and his twelve year old son Simmy are a father and son team that put you on fish and keep you laughing the whole day through.  They can accommodate up to five guest on board the power boat or up to 4 on the drift boat.
    They offer a 21' Willie Predator that uses a 50 HP Yamaha High Thrust motor with a maximum cruising speed of 40 knots to target Sockeye or Silvers on the Kenai River in July and August, or you can also take the drift boat if you are fishing the Kasilof river for Kings or Sockeye in June.
    There's a great selection of freshwater fish you can target on your journey. Salmon we target include Sockeye and Silver salmon. Also, you can catch and release Dolly Varden and Rainbow Trout. You and your guide will catch fish by fly fishing and spinning on light and heavy tackle. You can also sit back and enjoy pulling plugs for silver salmon.
    The captain will provide you with all the tackle, fly fishing gear, lures, as well as fish cleaning and filleting. Before you depart, just make sure you have your licenses, snacks, and drinks.
    Come visit Around the Bend Fishing and have a great day on the water! Children under 12 must wear life vests and they will be provided.
    Don't forget to bring bottled water, sunblock, and sunglasses. If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation. Around the Bend Fishing operates a drug free vessel. Thanks for looking and we hope to see you soon. 

Simeon Paxman
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Trip availability and prices

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Half Day Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jun 1 - Sep 20
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Salmon (Coho)
Salmon (Sockeye)
US $570
Shared tour: 2 people
Half Day Trip (PM)
In high demand Last booked: 3 days ago
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 12:00 PM
Seasonal trip
Jun 1 - Sep 20
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Dolly Varden
Salmon (Coho)
Salmon (Sockeye)
US $570
Shared tour: 2 people
Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jun 1 - Sep 20
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Salmon (Coho)
Salmon (Sockeye)
US $750
Shared tour: 2 people
Private Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Salmon (Coho)
Salmon (Sockeye)
US $1,350
Entire boat: up to 5 people
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4.9
14 reviews
4.8
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

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Wesley West
Wesley West
us
Texas, US
Member since 2026
5.0
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No better guide
Half Day Trip (PM) on June 16, 20261 adult

Met Sim the day of the trip and he had already scouted the schedule. He decided that due to water conditions and time of the year that a drift down the Kasilof would likely be more productive than a Kenai trip. He was spot-on. First stop netted two for me and one for his son. Third stop we limited out and called it, then finished drifting to the take-out. Most scenic fishing trip of my life. The water was clear and eagles were abundant along the trip, and the river was generous with the fish. Sam is a great drift boat captain but extremely humble. He and his son are both extremely knowledgeable about the rivers, the techniques, the conservation laws. Sim added a ton of personal flare that put this trip into first place of all guided trips. I genuinely feel like I made a friend, not just had a great fishing trip. Sim and the trip by giving me the hook and leader from the fishing trip as a souvenir and momento. It was a great touch on a wonderful fishing trip. There is nothing I would have changed. The price is affordable and he went way above to make it a great trip. I will be back.

Reported catch:
Sockeye Salmon
Simeon Paxman
Response from Captain

Thanks Wes, likewise, we will remeber you and hope to fish with you again soon. Take care and God bless you, Sim and Simmy.

Austin Shepherd
Austin Shepherd
us
Colorado, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
great time on the Kasilof
Half Day Trip (AM) on June 30, 20265 adults

Captain Sim was great. Knowledgeable, personable, he really knows what he is doing. Caught several fish and it was a wonderful time with family. He even accommodated my mother who has bad knees and a hard time being mobile. In fact, she caught the first fish from the boat while the rest of us fished in waders. 10/10 would use “Around the bend” fishing charter.

Simeon Paxman
Response from Captain

Thank you Austin. Take care and it was a treat to meet you and your family. i had an awesome day with you all.

Matt Gallus
Matt Gallus
us
Minnesota, US
Member since 2024
5.0
Verified
New
Great time
Full Day Trip on July 1, 20262 adults

We had a great time and was blessed with good weather. We didn’t limit out but had a good time and learned some new things.

Simeon Paxman
Response from Captain

Thank you Matt. it was a pleasure to meet you and Christina.

Sébastien BARNAULT
Sébastien BARNAULT
fr
France
Member since 2026
4.7
Verified
New
Excellente découverte
Kasilof july 5 on July 5, 20261 adult

Simeon et son fils étaient très bien et de bons conseils. Rien à redire !

Simeon Paxman
Response from Captain

Thanks Sebastien, it was a plesure fishing with you.

Lee Mabey
Lee Mabey
us
Idaho, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
The run was on and plentiful.
7 Hour Trip –Kenai River Power Boat on July 23, 20253 adults

Great equipment and more reasonable than other guide services. Great father son duo with patient instructions on the Kenai dip. The easiest fishing you could hope for.

FAQs about Around The Bend Fishing – Kenai, AK

Around The Bend Fishing – Kenai, AK offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $285 per person - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $285 per person - Half Day Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $375 per person - Full Day Trip (6 hours)
  • US $1,350 per group - Private Trip (6 hours)
Trips booked with Around The Bend Fishing – Kenai, AK include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (No charge )
  • Fly fishing equipment
Around The Bend Fishing – Kenai, AK offers the following type of fishing:
  • River fishing (We run the Kenai and Kasilof rivers in Alaska)
Around The Bend Fishing – Kenai, AK offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Trolling
  • Fly fishing
  • Drift fishing
Top targeted fish species with Around The Bend Fishing – Kenai, AK include:
  • Salmon (Chinook)
  • Salmon (Coho)
  • Salmon (Sockeye)

Your captain

Simeon Paxman
Simeon Paxman
Simeon Paxman

Soldotna, Alaska, United States

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Member since June 2025
Angler's Choice

The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.

I specialize in helping clients land fish, providing scenic tours, and enjoying all the Kenai and Kasilof Rivers have to offer.

ID & license verified
14 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since June 2025
Angler's Choice

The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.

I specialize in helping clients land fish, providing scenic tours, and enjoying all the Kenai and Kasilof Rivers have to offer.

The fish you can target

Chinook Salmon
Chinook Salmon
Coho Salmon
Coho Salmon
Sockeye Salmon
Sockeye Salmon
Chinook Salmon
Chinook Salmon
Coho Salmon
Coho Salmon
Sockeye Salmon
Sockeye Salmon

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
5 persons
Boat length
21 ft
Year built
2010
Boat manufacturer
Willie Boats
Boat type
Aluminum fishing
Engine model
yamaha
Powered by
1 x 50HP
Max cruising speed
40 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

River Fishing
We run the Kenai and Kasilof rivers in Alaska

Which fishing techniques you can try

Trolling
Fly Fishing
Drift Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

What's included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Catch cleaning & filleting
No charge
Fly fishing equipment

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.

More details

What the listing policies are

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
No age limits
You keep catch

How you can pay

Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% 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

 Bank transfer

What’s biting in Soldotna right now

Salmon (Chinook)Salmon (Chinook)
Salmon (Coho)Salmon (Coho)
Salmon (Sockeye)Salmon (Sockeye)

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