Frank Amato Publications, Inc. 1994 ISBN: 1-878175-64-5, 48 pages, 8.50" x 11" x .25", 49 color pictures, 1 map 

From page 1:  Welcome to the Kenai River.  A river where there are rainbow trout which exceed 30 inches in length as well as Dolly Varden that approach similar proportions.  And if that’s not enough, there’s also the annual parade of Pacific salmon.

The Kenai River lies 120 road miles south of Anchorage and is the centerpiece of the Kenai Peninsula.  Even though southwest Alaska’s Bristol Bay drainage is a top notch destination for those anglers who fish all over the world, in a way, it could be said that the Kenai River is also the centerpiece of Alaskan angling.  Surely it’s not as remote as other areas, but that is partly responsible for its well deserved popularity.  It is because the Kenai Peninsula and the Kenai River are - unlike most of Alaska - accessible by road that makes it the realized dream of Alaska fishing.  It is a reality for those who logistically and monetarily cannot make the trip to Alaska’s more glorified, and remote, waters.

The Kenai River  journal provides an intimate portrait of the river in all its moods, an in-depth look at the fly fishing in the area, and a fascinating exploration of the history, people, and natural wonder that have earned the water a place in the fabric of American fly fishing lore. Area maps provide information on access, boating and camping on the river with detailed descriptions of the hatches, flies, fishing, lodging, guide and fly shop services in the area.

Kenai River Journal is a companion book to the popular "Flyfishing Alaska," and "Flies for Alaska" also by Route.

Inside the book:

Kenai River
Fishing Season
Sockeye Salmon
Trout Fishing
Egg Patterns
Other Patterns
Snow and Ice
Regulations
Accommodations