As mentioned on emergency orders that become somewhat frequent at times (mainly pertaining to Kenai Peninsula and Chitina areas), do call the recorded toll free hotline or view the website for updated info so you know the immediate changes that occur, despite what the fishing regs will show.
I am not a big combat fishing fan of sorts either and I have seen the overwhelming crowds lined along the Kenai River bank, although I have handled the crowds of Ship Creek Anchorage, Chitina and Valdez just fine (at least you have plenty of elbow room).....I have yet to take on the invite with my friend's boat that reside in Kenai.