Kenai River fish count today
As of Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 7:53 AM AKDT, the latest Kenai River sockeye count is 13,100. Today’s sockeye count is 13,100, compared with 9,637 yesterday and a 10-year average of 18,757.
Current Salmon Runs Overview
| Species | Today's Count | Yesterday | 10yr Avg | Season Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sockeye (Red) | 13,100 | 9,637 | 18,757 | 120,329 |
| King (Chinook) | CLOSED | 303 | 317 | 1,744 |
| Silver (Coho) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Pink (Humpy) | 5,800 | 5,200 | 6,800 | 12,500 |
Official ADF&G Telemetry Source
Fish counts on the Kenai River are officially recorded by the Alaska Department of Fish and Game (ADF&G). Late-run sockeye counts are captured using sonar at **River Mile 19**, while late-run king counts are measured at **River Mile 13.7**. Sonar technology operates continuously to capture the escapement data needed to manage commercial, sport, and personal-use fisheries.
Historical comparisons and the 10-year average are computed using ADF&G reports spanning the past decade. During Personal Use dipnetting and peak sport seasons, sonar updates are generally published once daily.