DSR Fishing Report:

Monday, 5 October / PM

Tomorrow Sunrise: 7:07 AM

Tomorrow Sunset: 6:36 PM

The current dam release is 185 CFS, which is projected to remain until 10/06/26 11:59 PM. The CFS at the Pineville gauge is currently 220 CFS as of 5:15 PM. Water temperature this evening was 62 degrees Fahrenheit at 5:15 PM.

UPPER SECTION Angling success was described as “moderate to good”. The fish species reported were Chinook (King) and Coho Salmon throughout all portions of this section, with Steelhead reported in the lower part as well. The fish were all actively moving upriver in all parts. The volume of anglers was “low” in the upper part of this section, with a “moderate” volume in the middle and lower parts.

MIDDLE SECTION Angling success was described as “good” in the upper and lower parts of this section to “moderate” in the middle part. The fish species reported were Chinook (King) and Coho Salmon, as well as Steelhead, present throughout the upper and lower parts. The fish were actively moving upriver and also holding in pools. Angler density in this section was described as “moderate” .

LOWER SECTION Angling success was described as “quiet” in the estuary, and “moderate” just upriver. The fish species reported were Chinook (King) and Coho Salmon throughout this section. The fish present were actively moving upriver and holding in pools. Angler density in this section was “low” in both the estuary and just upriver.

For the definition of angling sections, angling success, and angler density use the following link: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1v6sieSzbq2QTxtZF71w8HapMgfAPbMl7PVD710MHA1M/edit?usp=sharing

For Instructions for Purchasing Walk-Up Fishing Passes click the link below: https://douglastonsalmonrun.com/walkup/

The forecast for tonight is: Partly cloudy. Low 39F. Winds NW at 10 to 20 mph.

The forecast for tomorrow is: Abundant sunshine. High around 55F. Winds WNW at 5 to 10 mph

Pictured below is Elie with a fresh Steelhead from earlier today. Elie was being guided by Scott Mathna of 'Redlegg Outfitters'.