Historical Archive
Kenai River 2025 sockeye counts archive
This page contains the daily sonar counts and run parameters for the 2025 sockeye salmon run on the Kenai River.
Final 2025 Sockeye Escapement Stats
| Run Metric | Value | 10-Year Average |
|---|---|---|
| Season Total Escapement | 1,840,500 | 1,280,000 |
| Single-Day Peak Count | 142,400 (July 18) | 78,500 |
| Start Date | May 24, 2025 | May 22 |
| Peak Window | July 15 - July 28 | July 14 - July 25 |
2025 Sockeye Run Review
The 2025 sockeye run was extremely strong, driven by favorable ocean temperatures and optimal river flows in early summer. Escapement exceeded the biological target range by 40% before the end of July.