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Bumper Sockeye Run Forecast in Bristol Bay for 2025 Season
Good morning, anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Bristol Bay fishing report for this beautiful Wednesday, May 14, 2025.
Folks, the sockeye salmon are starting to make their presence known in Bristol Bay, and I'm excited to tell you we're on track for that strong run of 51.38 million fish that Fish and Game predicted for this season[1][2]. That's a healthy 38% above the long-term average, so we're looking at plenty of action in the weeks ahead[1].
The early runners are already moving through the deeper channels, with numbers building daily. Water temps are still on the cool side at about 42°F, but that's warming up nicely with our recent string of sunny days. The sockeye are beginning to school up near the river mouths, particularly around the Naknek and Kvichak areas, which typically heat up first[5].
If you're heading out today, you'll want to know the tide is coming in until about 11:30 AM, with a high of 16.2 feet, then dropping to a low of 2.1 feet around 5:45 PM. These changing tides are pushing nice schools of fish into the channels, so time your trips accordingly.
Sunrise was at 5:12 AM, and we've got plenty of fishing time with sunset not until 10:37 PM. Take advantage of those long Alaska days!
For those targeting sockeye, bright red or pink Vibrax spinners in sizes #3 and #4 have been producing consistently. Don't forget your silver-bodied flies with a touch of red – the Flash Fly pattern has been money lately. If you're fly fishing, a slow retrieve with short strips has been triggering strikes.
Hot spots this week include the deeper channels off the mouth of the Kvichak River, where several anglers reported 15-20 fish days yesterday[5]. The area just west of the Nushagak River mouth is also producing well, especially on the incoming tide. For a bit less pressure, try the edges of the Egegik River – I've had reports of some bigger fish hanging there, though fewer in number.
For you King salmon enthusiasts, runs are expected to be below average this year, particularly in the Togiak River area[4]. If you're targeting Kings, you might want to adjust expectations and focus more on the abundant sockeye.
Remember that the commercial season will be ramping up soon, so now's the time to get out there before the nets go in. The Port Moller Test Fishery data is showing strong early returns, confirming we're in for that banner year predicted back in November[3].
Pack plenty of water and sunscreen – the forecast calls for partly cloudy skies with highs around 55°F and light winds of 5-10 mph from the southwest.
Tight lines and screaming reels to you all! This is Artificial Lure, signing off until tomorrow's report.
Folks, the sockeye salmon are starting to make their presence known in Bristol Bay, and I'm excited to tell you we're on track for that strong run of 51.38 million fish that Fish and Game predicted for this season[1][2]. That's a healthy 38% above the long-term average, so we're looking at plenty of action in the weeks ahead[1].
The early runners are already moving through the deeper channels, with numbers building daily. Water temps are still on the cool side at about 42°F, but that's warming up nicely with our recent string of sunny days. The sockeye are beginning to school up near the river mouths, particularly around the Naknek and Kvichak areas, which typically heat up first[5].
If you're heading out today, you'll want to know the tide is coming in until about 11:30 AM, with a high of 16.2 feet, then dropping to a low of 2.1 feet around 5:45 PM. These changing tides are pushing nice schools of fish into the channels, so time your trips accordingly.
Sunrise was at 5:12 AM, and we've got plenty of fishing time with sunset not until 10:37 PM. Take advantage of those long Alaska days!
For those targeting sockeye, bright red or pink Vibrax spinners in sizes #3 and #4 have been producing consistently. Don't forget your silver-bodied flies with a touch of red – the Flash Fly pattern has been money lately. If you're fly fishing, a slow retrieve with short strips has been triggering strikes.
Hot spots this week include the deeper channels off the mouth of the Kvichak River, where several anglers reported 15-20 fish days yesterday[5]. The area just west of the Nushagak River mouth is also producing well, especially on the incoming tide. For a bit less pressure, try the edges of the Egegik River – I've had reports of some bigger fish hanging there, though fewer in number.
For you King salmon enthusiasts, runs are expected to be below average this year, particularly in the Togiak River area[4]. If you're targeting Kings, you might want to adjust expectations and focus more on the abundant sockeye.
Remember that the commercial season will be ramping up soon, so now's the time to get out there before the nets go in. The Port Moller Test Fishery data is showing strong early returns, confirming we're in for that banner year predicted back in November[3].
Pack plenty of water and sunscreen – the forecast calls for partly cloudy skies with highs around 55°F and light winds of 5-10 mph from the southwest.
Tight lines and screaming reels to you all! This is Artificial Lure, signing off until tomorrow's report.
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By Quiet. PleaseGood morning, anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Bristol Bay fishing report for this beautiful Wednesday, May 14, 2025.
Folks, the sockeye salmon are starting to make their presence known in Bristol Bay, and I'm excited to tell you we're on track for that strong run of 51.38 million fish that Fish and Game predicted for this season[1][2]. That's a healthy 38% above the long-term average, so we're looking at plenty of action in the weeks ahead[1].
The early runners are already moving through the deeper channels, with numbers building daily. Water temps are still on the cool side at about 42°F, but that's warming up nicely with our recent string of sunny days. The sockeye are beginning to school up near the river mouths, particularly around the Naknek and Kvichak areas, which typically heat up first[5].
If you're heading out today, you'll want to know the tide is coming in until about 11:30 AM, with a high of 16.2 feet, then dropping to a low of 2.1 feet around 5:45 PM. These changing tides are pushing nice schools of fish into the channels, so time your trips accordingly.
Sunrise was at 5:12 AM, and we've got plenty of fishing time with sunset not until 10:37 PM. Take advantage of those long Alaska days!
For those targeting sockeye, bright red or pink Vibrax spinners in sizes #3 and #4 have been producing consistently. Don't forget your silver-bodied flies with a touch of red – the Flash Fly pattern has been money lately. If you're fly fishing, a slow retrieve with short strips has been triggering strikes.
Hot spots this week include the deeper channels off the mouth of the Kvichak River, where several anglers reported 15-20 fish days yesterday[5]. The area just west of the Nushagak River mouth is also producing well, especially on the incoming tide. For a bit less pressure, try the edges of the Egegik River – I've had reports of some bigger fish hanging there, though fewer in number.
For you King salmon enthusiasts, runs are expected to be below average this year, particularly in the Togiak River area[4]. If you're targeting Kings, you might want to adjust expectations and focus more on the abundant sockeye.
Remember that the commercial season will be ramping up soon, so now's the time to get out there before the nets go in. The Port Moller Test Fishery data is showing strong early returns, confirming we're in for that banner year predicted back in November[3].
Pack plenty of water and sunscreen – the forecast calls for partly cloudy skies with highs around 55°F and light winds of 5-10 mph from the southwest.
Tight lines and screaming reels to you all! This is Artificial Lure, signing off until tomorrow's report.
Folks, the sockeye salmon are starting to make their presence known in Bristol Bay, and I'm excited to tell you we're on track for that strong run of 51.38 million fish that Fish and Game predicted for this season[1][2]. That's a healthy 38% above the long-term average, so we're looking at plenty of action in the weeks ahead[1].
The early runners are already moving through the deeper channels, with numbers building daily. Water temps are still on the cool side at about 42°F, but that's warming up nicely with our recent string of sunny days. The sockeye are beginning to school up near the river mouths, particularly around the Naknek and Kvichak areas, which typically heat up first[5].
If you're heading out today, you'll want to know the tide is coming in until about 11:30 AM, with a high of 16.2 feet, then dropping to a low of 2.1 feet around 5:45 PM. These changing tides are pushing nice schools of fish into the channels, so time your trips accordingly.
Sunrise was at 5:12 AM, and we've got plenty of fishing time with sunset not until 10:37 PM. Take advantage of those long Alaska days!
For those targeting sockeye, bright red or pink Vibrax spinners in sizes #3 and #4 have been producing consistently. Don't forget your silver-bodied flies with a touch of red – the Flash Fly pattern has been money lately. If you're fly fishing, a slow retrieve with short strips has been triggering strikes.
Hot spots this week include the deeper channels off the mouth of the Kvichak River, where several anglers reported 15-20 fish days yesterday[5]. The area just west of the Nushagak River mouth is also producing well, especially on the incoming tide. For a bit less pressure, try the edges of the Egegik River – I've had reports of some bigger fish hanging there, though fewer in number.
For you King salmon enthusiasts, runs are expected to be below average this year, particularly in the Togiak River area[4]. If you're targeting Kings, you might want to adjust expectations and focus more on the abundant sockeye.
Remember that the commercial season will be ramping up soon, so now's the time to get out there before the nets go in. The Port Moller Test Fishery data is showing strong early returns, confirming we're in for that banner year predicted back in November[3].
Pack plenty of water and sunscreen – the forecast calls for partly cloudy skies with highs around 55°F and light winds of 5-10 mph from the southwest.
Tight lines and screaming reels to you all! This is Artificial Lure, signing off until tomorrow's report.