The Kongsfjord River is a typical small to medium-sized salmon river, with some occurrences of larger salmon. The Berlevåg Hunting and Fishing Association (BJFF) leases the river from the landowner, Finnmarkseiendommen (FeFo), under the regulations of the Finnmark Act.

The river is "easy to fish" – the salmon often reveal themselves with spectacular leaps and are frequently willing to bite. Whether you're an expert or a beginner, the river offers exciting opportunities. The fishing pools are clear and accessible, providing a variety of fishing experiences – from fast-flowing rapids to deeper pools and long, calm stretches of water. The river has become well known for its strong salmon population, and fly fishing dominates in this waterway. Fishing pressure remains relatively low throughout the season, ensuring plenty of space for anglers. The early season in late June and the first week of July is particularly special, with high water levels and fresh runs of medium and large salmon. Some also prefer August fishing, when the darker evenings set in, and there is often a good run of smaller salmon.

Fishing in the Kongsfjord River is spectacular – anglers often fish at close range and can watch the salmon take the fly. Many fish with flies skimming the surface or even dry flies. As a result, fishing is mainly done with floating lines and small flies. For fly selection, visit Kongsfjordelva on Facebook, where you’ll find plenty of fly recommendations.

The pools in the upper part of the river are small, with long stretches of rapids – many salmon anglers have found themselves chasing large salmon downstream. In the lower section, the river is somewhat calmer, with larger pools.

In recent years, the river has seen strong catches, reaching up to 3.8 tons of salmon in a season. Since the introduction of catch quotas, the number of released salmon has increased significantly. In the 2012 season, 582 out of 1,374 caught salmon were released back into the river, a positive development that reflects the responsible attitude of many anglers.

The Kongsfjord River has three fishing zones:

Zone 1 (the main river and lower section) has rod limits and regulated daily angler numbers.
Zone 2 (mid and upper sections, including Gednjeelva) is open for fishing with daily permits, as well as monthly and season permits for members and local residents.
Zone 3 includes fishing around Buetjern, an exciting and new fishing opportunity in the river system.