I have also read about the warzones of the Kenai.
I would assume just like everywhere, if you go where there are lots of people and lots of fish, you will be shoulder to shoulder.

I had read in a past issue of salmon Trout Steelheader about some steely waters of New York, ( i think). They seemd more like the waters of the Pac NW ( ability to use drift gear)
My dad is from Mansfield OH orginally, I have been up there many times.
If you ever get some time, hire a guide out here on the Olympic Pennin. ( i.e. BOB) The fishing is unbelievable!!! Remember release the natives!