Jim Rusk Fishing 

4.6/5 (13 reviews)
 45703 Paulk Avenue, Kenai, AK 99611, United States

Jim Rusk Fishing 

4.6/5 (13 reviews)
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45703 Paulk Avenue
Kenai, AK, United States
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“Jim Rusk Fishing” offers guided trips on Alaska’s famous Kenai River! With over 30 years of experience in these waters, Captain Jim Rusk can easily call himself an expert in hooking Salmon and Rainbows. After you experience the thrill of hooking into one of these epic fish, you’ll realize there’s nothing like it!

Hop aboard Capt. Jim’s 20’ Willie aluminum fishing boat. She’s the ideal choice for up to 4 anglers and gets you to the good spots fast, thanks to twin 50 HP Mercury engines. She features all the necessary safety equipment and has enough fishing space for you to get your hands dirty going after your trophy.

The Kenai is well-known for its incredible Salmon fishery and you’ll go after everything from King Salmon to Silver, Coho, and Sockeye! These trips take place from May through to September, with peak season hitting in July. In the spring and fall, add delicious Rainbow Trout to the mix and now you’ve got a true Alaska fishing adventure on your hands!

All the gear you need to successfully spin, troll, drift fish, and jig already awaits on board. Capt. Jim even brings along fly fishing gear if you’re up for a challenge! Any catch you choose to keep is cleaned and filleted at the end of the trip for easy transport home.

For Captain Jim, fishing isn’t just a pastime, it’s something that gives him precious memories that will never fade. Join him and see why!

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.6/5
out of 5 stars from 13 reviews
Boat
4.8/5
Crew
4.7/5
Experience
4.4/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (22)

Great Day
Kristie’s first salmon
Kristie’s first salmon
+19

Angler rating

10
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3
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Anglers claimed

Good experience

90%

Appropriate for children

91%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

77%

Caught fish

89%

Showing 1 - 5 of 13 reviews
Showing: 5 of 13 reviews
Garry Clifton
Garry Clifton
Homer, Alaska
5.0
Verified
Early Season Salmon Trip on Kasilof
Spring Salmon on June 2, 20212 adults
Jim is a little rough on the edges, but I appreciated it because it was obvious his focus was on finding fish. It appeared he was frustrated because It was a slow day with rain and cold conditions. Starting the trip at 3:45 AM appeared insane, but there were tons of boats right behind us. Jim was aware of this and he worked his butt off rowing to keep us in the holes where the bites occurred. I wish the boat limited out, but it didn’t. That’s fishing! I think Jim appeared very knowledgeable about the river and gave us the best chance to succeed. We were one of the few that caught fish that day. Thanks Jim, hope to see you again on the Kenai or Kasilof in the future.
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Steve Toker
Steve Toker
Waxahachie, TX
5.0
Verified
June fishing trip
Spring Salmon on June 11, 20214 adults
Jim Rusk is a fantastic fishing guide. Professional. Has al the gear. Great boat. Knows the best spots on the kenai river. We caught 2 30 lb king salmon in the first hour!
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Grady Mckinley
Grady Mckinley
Chandler, AZ
5.0
Verified
Day trip with Jim
Spring Salmon on June 26, 20192 adults
We are here at a time when the Salmon isn’t the best of the season. Jim offered any kind of Salmon fishing we wanted and clearly explained at this time we “might” get Salmon if we spend all day and get lucky or enjoy Trout fishing catch & release all day which we chose. And he still landed us a beautiful Coho keeper as a bonus! (Ok my wife of course caught it!) Jim is awesome, gracious & patient, we will never forget this awesome day!!! Thank to Jim for a beautiful day!
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Reported catch:
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
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Tom Wissinger
Tom Wissinger
Grove City, OH
5.0
Verified
August fishing trip
Late Summer Salmon on August 12, 20212 adults
Very professional put us on the fish got limit cleaned and back. Jim know this area
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William Hawk
William Hawk
Hanover, PA
5.0
Verified
Great Day
Late Summer Salmon on September 15, 20212 adults
Great memories!
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Trip availability and prices

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Number of days
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
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Late Summer Salmon
FREE Cancellation 60 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip Aug 1 - Sep 30
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US $500 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Spring Salmon
FREE Cancellation 60 days notice
9 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip May 1 - Jun 30
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US $500 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Trophy Rainbow Trout
FREE Cancellation 60 days notice
9 Hour Trip, starts at 9:00 AM
Seasonal trip Jun 16 - Oct 31
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US $500 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Early July Salmon
FREE Cancellation 60 days notice
9 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip Jul 1 - Jul 15
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US $550 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Peak Salmon
FREE Cancellation 60 days notice
9 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip Jul 16 - Jul 31
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US $550 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.6/5
out of 5 stars from 13 reviews
Boat
4.8/5
Crew
4.7/5
Experience
4.4/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (22)

Great Day
Kristie’s first salmon
Kristie’s first salmon
+19

Angler rating

10
0
3
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

90%

Appropriate for children

91%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

77%

Caught fish

89%

Showing 1 - 5 of 13 reviews
Showing: 5 of 13 reviews
Garry Clifton
Garry Clifton
Homer, Alaska
5.0
Verified
Early Season Salmon Trip on Kasilof
Spring Salmon on June 2, 20212 adults
Jim is a little rough on the edges, but I appreciated it because it was obvious his focus was on finding fish. It appeared he was frustrated because It was a slow day with rain and cold conditions. Starting the trip at 3:45 AM appeared insane, but there were tons of boats right behind us. Jim was aware of this and he worked his butt off rowing to keep us in the holes where the bites occurred. I wish the boat limited out, but it didn’t. That’s fishing! I think Jim appeared very knowledgeable about the river and gave us the best chance to succeed. We were one of the few that caught fish that day. Thanks Jim, hope to see you again on the Kenai or Kasilof in the future.
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Steve Toker
Steve Toker
Waxahachie, TX
5.0
Verified
June fishing trip
Spring Salmon on June 11, 20214 adults
Jim Rusk is a fantastic fishing guide. Professional. Has al the gear. Great boat. Knows the best spots on the kenai river. We caught 2 30 lb king salmon in the first hour!
0
Grady Mckinley
Grady Mckinley
Chandler, AZ
5.0
Verified
Day trip with Jim
Spring Salmon on June 26, 20192 adults
We are here at a time when the Salmon isn’t the best of the season. Jim offered any kind of Salmon fishing we wanted and clearly explained at this time we “might” get Salmon if we spend all day and get lucky or enjoy Trout fishing catch & release all day which we chose. And he still landed us a beautiful Coho keeper as a bonus! (Ok my wife of course caught it!) Jim is awesome, gracious & patient, we will never forget this awesome day!!! Thank to Jim for a beautiful day!
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Reported catch:
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
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Tom Wissinger
Tom Wissinger
Grove City, OH
5.0
Verified
August fishing trip
Late Summer Salmon on August 12, 20212 adults
Very professional put us on the fish got limit cleaned and back. Jim know this area
0
William Hawk
William Hawk
Hanover, PA
5.0
Verified
Great Day
Late Summer Salmon on September 15, 20212 adults
Great memories!
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FAQs about Jim Rusk Fishing

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What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
20 ft
Year built
1995
Restored in
2015
Boat manufacturer
Willie boat
Boat type
Aluminum fishing

Engine model
Mercury
Powered by
2 x 50HP
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