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Long time reader...first time poster. I am going to be staying in Ninilchik from Aug 2-8 and have a few floats booked with a guide on Aug 5-6 but really want to learn about any available fishing opportunities in the Ninilchik area prior to my float trips. I will be bringing my own rods, etc. so no worries there and have already purchased my license online. I am very excited to try some bank fishing near Ninilchik but don’t know where to start or what species will be available. Are their Hatchery Only Kings still available in the Ninilchik at that time? Really, I have never been to AK and am really trying to get as much information as possible. I am not a novice fisherman but being from Minnesota I don’t get exposure to salmon/trout fishing. I have scoured the ADF&G websites for loads of great information but still have some questions. Any insights would be helpful. I have been reading and hearing from others that Swiftwater and Centennial/Rotary Park in Soldotna may be my best bet but what types/style of fishing should i prepare for?
What types of lures really are effective this time of year for bank fishing for salmon? Spinners, bobbers, floats and eggs
- I understand some of the rivers may still hold Reds at this time and the Silvers may be starting at that time but should I concentrate on northern rivers by the Kenai or southern rivers by Homer?
- Is the missing adipose fin clearly defined or is this something that might be missed by someone? I am not that concerned but just want to make sure.
- Is the Ninilchik river an easy river to access and walk/bank fish?
- What are some of the rivers in the Ninilchik area that are productive during this time of year?
What types of lures really are effective this time of year for bank fishing for salmon? Spinners, bobbers, floats and eggs
. Try deep creek for silvers. Drive through the town past the legion hall on your left ( if you are going towards homer). There is a parking lot right next to the river also on the left. Park throw your hip boots on and walk up or down stream. Find a deep hole holding fish. I like to stay up stream and work my spinner just in front of the fish. I use a fly rod though so it takes some practice working a spinner. If you have a spinning real sneak down stream and throw in front of the school and. Bring it through them. Get a tide book. The fish come in with the tide and then move up stream. Don't worry too much about the kings if you see any the are more then likely turning red and will be easily identified. You can do the same thing on the ninilchik river too. Or head to soldotna for some reds (sockeye)
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