Clear
35° / Clear
Sunrise 7:20am
Sunset 6:18pm
Clear
248 CFS Pineville Gauge
CFS Dam Release: safewaters.com

Today's Report

October 17, 2026

DSR Fishing Report:

Saturday, 17 October /  PM

Tomorrow Sunrise:  7:23 AM

Tomorrow Sunset:  6:18 PM

The current dam release is 185 CFS, where it is projected to remain until 10/18/26 11:59 PM. The CFS at the Pineville gauge is currently 252 CFS as of 5:00 PM. The water temperature was 53 degrees as of 5:00 PM

UPPER SECTION

Angling success was described as “moderate” in the lower and middle parts of this section and “moderate” in the upper part. The fish species reported were Chinook (King) Salmon, Coho, Steelhead and a pair of Browns.  The fish were actively moving upriver as well as holding in pools.  Guest volume was described as “moderate” in all portions of this section.

MIDDLE SECTION

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

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:  Mainly clear skies. Scattered frost possible. Low 34F. Winds SSW at 5 to 10 mph.

The forecast for tomorrow:  Sunny skies. High 61F. Winds SSW at 5 to 10 mph.

Clear

41° / Clear

Sunrise: 7:20am

Sunset: 6:18pm

252 CFS Pineville Gauge

CFS Dam Release: safewaters.com

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Clear

Today's Report

October 17, 2026

Saturday, 17 October /  AM   Tomorrow Sunrise:  7:22 AM Tomorrow Sunset:  6:15 PM   The current dam release is 185 CFS, where it is projected to remain until 10/17/26 11:59 PM. The CFS at the Pineville gauge is currently 264 CFS as of 8:15 AM. The water temperature was 52 degrees Fahrenheit as of 8:45 AM.   UPPER SECTION Angling success was described as “good” in the lower and middle parts of this section and “moderate” in the upper part. The fish species reported were Chinook (King) Salmon and Steelhead throughout the section, with Coho Salmon making an appearance in the lower and middle parts.  The fish were actively moving upriver as well as holding in pools.  Guest volume was described as “high” in the lower to middle parts, and “low” in the upper part.   MIDDLE SECTION Angling success was described as “moderate” in the lower to middle parts, and “good” in the upper part. The fish species reported were Chinook (King) Salmon and Steelhead throughout the section, and Brown Trout within the lower and upper parts of this section.  The fish were  both actively moving upriver as well as holding in pools within this section. Angler density in this section was described as “moderate”. LOWER SECTION Angling success was described as “quiet” in the estuary, and “slow” just upriver. The fish species reported were Chinook (King) Salmon  and Steelhead throughout the section. The fish present were both actively moving upriver, as well as holding in pools throughout this section.  There are no anglers present in the estuary, with “low” angler density 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:  Clear to partly cloudy. Widespread frost likely. Low 34F. Winds light and variable.   The forecast for tomorrow:   Sunny. High around 60F. Winds SSW at 5 to 10 mph. Pictured below is ten year old Oliver with a nice chrome Steelhead!   No photo description available.

Clouds

38° / Clouds

Sunrise: 7:20am

Sunset: 6:18pm

264 CFS Pineville Gauge

CFS Dam Release: safewaters.com

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Yesterday's Report

October 16, 2026

DSR Fishing Report:

Friday, 16 October /  PM

Tomorrow Sunrise:  7:22 AM

Tomorrow Sunset:  6:20 PM

The current dam release is 185 CFS, where it is projected to remain until 10/17/26 11:59 PM. The CFS at the Pineville gauge is currently 260 CFS as of 5:00 PM. The water temperature was 62 Degrees Fahrenheit as of 5:15pm this afternoon.

UPPER SECTION

Angling success was described as “quiet in the upper part of this section and “moderate” in the middle and lower parts. The fish species reported were Chinook (King) Salmon.  The fish were primarily moving upriver and holding in pools.  Guest volume was described as low across the entire section.

MIDDLE SECTION

Angling success was described as “moderate”. The fish species reported were Chinook (King) Salmon, Coho Salmon, Steelhead, and Brown trout along with an Atlantic. across all parts of this section.  The fish were  both actively moving upriver throughout the section, with a percentage also holding in pools within the entire section. Angler density in this section was described as “moderate”.

LOWER SECTION

Angling success was described as “slow” through all sections of the run. The fish species reported were Chinook (King) Salmon, Coho Salmon,  and Steelhead throughout the section. The fish present were moving upriver throughout the section, with fish holding in pools in the estuary. Angler density in this section is “low”.

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:  Showers early, then cloudy overnight. Low 37F. Winds NNW at 10 to 20 mph. Chance of rain 70%.

The forecast for tomorrow:  Partly cloudy skies. Near record low temperatures. High 44F. Winds NNW at 10 to 15 mph.

Pictured below is Mike with a lengthy chrome steelhead!  Mike was fishing with Mike Lamanna of ‘Mass Fly Guide Service.’

Clouds

54° / Clouds

Sunrise: 7:19am

Sunset: 6:20pm

260 CFS Pineville Gauge

CFS Dam Release: safewaters.com

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Yesterday's Report

October 16, 2026

DSR Fishing Report:
Friday, 16 October / AM
Tomorrow Sunrise: 7:22 AM
Tomorrow Sunset: 6:20 PM
The current dam release is 185 CFS, where it is projected to remain until 10/15/26 11:59 PM. The CFS at the Pineville gauge is currently 216 CFS as of 7:00 AM. The water temperature was 62 Degrees Fahrenheit as of 9:00 AM this afternoon.
UPPER SECTION
Angling success was described as “moderate”. No anglers were present in the uppermost part of this section. The fish species reported were Chinook (King) Salmon, Coho Salmon, Steelhead, and Brown Trout. The fish were both moving upriver and holding in pools. Guest volume was “moderate” in the middle and lower parts of this section.
MIDDLE SECTION
Angling success was described as “good to moderate”. The fish species reported were Chinook (King) and Coho Salmon, along with Steelhead in all parts of this section with Brown Trout in the middle part of this section. The fish were actively moving upriver throughout the section, as well as holding in pools throughout the entire section. Angler density in this section was described as “moderate”.
LOWER SECTION
Angling success was described as “slow” in the estuary and “good” just upriver. The fish species reported were Chinook (King) Salmon, Coho Salmon and Steelhead throughout this section. The fish present were both moving upriver and holding pools. Angler density in this section is “low”.
For the definition of angling sections, angling success, and angler density use the following link:
For Instructions for Purchasing Walk-Up Fishing Passes click the link below: https://douglastonsalmonrun.com/walkup/
The forecast for tonight: Cloudy. Low 37F. Winds NNW at 10 to 20 mph.
The forecast for tomorrow: Partly cloudy skies. A shower of rain or wet snow possible. High around 45F. Winds NNW at 10 to 15 mph.

Clouds

62° / Clouds

Sunrise: 7:19am

Sunset: 6:20pm

216 CFS Pineville Gauge

CFS Dam Release: safewaters.com

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October 15, 2026

DSR Fishing Report:
Thursday, 15 October / AM
Tomorrow Sunrise: 7:20 AM
Tomorrow Sunset: 6:20 PM
The current dam release is 185 CFS, where it is projected to remain until 10/16/26 11:59 PM. The CFS at the Pineville gauge is currently 220 CFS as of 5:00 PM. The water temperature was 61 Degrees Fahrenheit as of 9:00 AM this afternoon.
UPPER SECTION
Angling success was described as “slow in the upper part of this section and “good” in the middle and lower parts. The fish species reported were Chinook (King) Salmon, Coho Salmon, Steelhead. The fish were primarily moving upriver. Guest volume was described as low across the entire section.
MIDDLE SECTION
Angling success was described as “moderate to good”. The fish species reported were Chinook (King) Salmon, Coho Salmon, Steelhead, and Brown trout across all parts of this section. The fish were both actively moving upriver throughout the section, with a percentage also holding in pools within the entire section. Angler density in this section was described as “moderate to low”.
LOWER SECTION
Angling success was described as “slow” in the estuary and “moderate” just upriver. The fish species reported were Chinook (King) Salmon, Coho Salmon, and Steelhead throughout the section, with Brown Trout also holding just upriver. The fish present were moving upriver throughout the section, with fish holding in pools in the estuary. Angler density in this section is “low”.
For the definition of angling sections, angling success, and angler density use the following link: https://docs.google.com/.../1v6sieSzbq2QTxtZF71w8.../edit...
For Instructions for Purchasing Walk-Up Fishing Passes click the link below:
The forecast for tonight: Periods of rain. Low 48F. Winds SE at 10 to 20 mph. Chance of rain 100%. Rainfall around a half an inch. Locally heavy rainfall possible.
The forecast for tomorrow: Rain early...then remaining cloudy with showers in the afternoon. High 66F. Winds SW at 15 to 25 mph. Chance of rain 80%. Rainfall around a quarter of an inch.
Pictured below is Matt with a Salmon River Grand Slam. Matt was being guided by Mike LaManna of 'Mass Fly Guide Service'
Also Pictured below is Jim with a fresh steelhead. Jim was being guided by Jerry Sullivan of 'Wave Guide Service'

Clouds

55° / Clouds

Sunrise: 7:18am

Sunset: 6:21pm

216 CFS Pineville Gauge

CFS Dam Release: safewaters.com

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October 15, 2026

DSR Fishing Report: Thursday, 15 October / AM

     

Tomorrow Sunrise: 7:20 AM Tomorrow Sunset: 6:20 PM

     

The current dam release is 185 CFS, where it is projected to remain until 10/15/26 11:59 PM. The CFS at the Pineville gauge is currently 220 CFS as of 7:00 AM. The water temperature was 61 Degrees Fahrenheit as of 9:00 AM this afternoon.

       

UPPER SECTION Angling success was described as “moderate to good”. The fish species reported were Chinook (King) Salmon, Coho Salmon, Steelhead. The fish were both moving upriver and holding in pools. Guest volume was “low” in the upper section and moderate in the lower sections.

       

MIDDLE SECTION Angling success was described as “moderate”. The fish species reported were Chinook (King) and Coho Salmon, along with Steelhead in the upper and lower parts. The fish were both actively moving upriver throughout the section, with a percentage also holding in pools within the entire section. Angler density in this section was described as “moderate”.

       

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

       

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: Cloudy skies with periods of rain late. Low 47F. Winds SE at 10 to 20 mph. Chance of rain 100%. Rainfall near a quarter of an inch. Locally heavy rainfall possible.

     

The forecast for tomorrow: Rain early...then remaining cloudy with showers in the afternoon. High near 65F. Winds SW at 10 to 20 mph. Chance of rain 70%. Rainfall near a half an inch. Locally heavy rainfall possible.

Clouds

46° / Clouds

Sunrise: 7:18am

Sunset: 6:21pm

216 CFS Pineville Gauge

CFS Dam Release: safewaters.com

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October 14, 2026

DSR Fishing Report:

Wednesday, 15 October /  PM

Tomorrow Sunrise:  7:19 AM

Tomorrow Sunset:  6:23 PM

The current dam release is 185 CFS, where it is projected to remain until 10/15/26 11:59 PM. The CFS at the Pineville gauge is currently 228 CFS as of 5:00 PM. The water temperature was 62 Degrees Fahrenheit as of 5:00 PM this afternoon.

UPPER SECTION

Angling success was described as “good” in the lower part, “excellent” in the middle part; there are currently low number of guests in the upper most section and a ‘High” number of guests in the lower portion. The fish species reported were Chinook (King) Salmon, Coho, Steelhead and Brown Trout. The fish were primarily moving upriver in this section.  Guest volume was low in the upper section and moderate in the lower section.

MIDDLE SECTION

Angling success was described as “excellent” in the bottom and middle parts of this section, and “moderate” in the upper part. The fish species reported were Chinook (King), Cohos, Steelhead and Brown Trout.  The fish were  both actively moving upriver throughout the section, with a percentage also holding in pools within the entire section. Angler density in this section was described as “moderate” in the bottom and middle parts and “moderate’ in the upper part.

LOWER SECTION

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

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:  Cloudy. Low 42F. Winds NNW at 10 to 15 mph.

The forecast for tomorrow:  Partly cloudy. High 57F. Winds NNE at 5 to 10 mph.

   

Clouds

57° / Clouds

Sunrise: 7:17am

Sunset: 6:23pm

228 CFS Pineville Gauge

CFS Dam Release: safewaters.com

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October 14, 2026

Wednesday, 14 October /  AM   Tomorrow Sunrise:  7:18 AM Tomorrow Sunset:  6:20 PM   The current dam release is 185 CFS, where it is projected to remain until 10/14/26 11:59 PM. The CFS at the Pineville gauge is currently 224 CFS as of 8:15 AM. The water temperature was 61 Degrees Fahrenheit as of 6:00 AM this morning.   UPPER SECTION Angling success was described as “moderate” in the lower part, “good” in the middle part; there are currently no guests in the upper part. The fish species reported were Chinook (King) Salmon throughout the section, with Coho Salmon as well as Steelhead making appearances in the middle to upper parts, Brown Trout showing up in the middle part, and a solitary Atlantic Salmon in the middle section. The fish were primarily moving upriver in this section, with a percentage holding in pools in the upper part.  The volume of anglers was “none” in the very top portion of the run, “moderate” in the middle part, and “low” in the bottom part.   MIDDLE SECTION Angling success was described as “good” in the bottom and middle parts of this section, and “slow” in the upper part. The fish species reported were Chinook (King) and Coho Salmon throughout the section, with Steelhead showing up in the lower and middle parts.  The fish were  both actively moving upriver throughout the section, with a percentage also holding in pools within the entire section. Angler density in this section was described as “moderate” in the bottom and middle parts and “low” in the upper part. LOWER SECTION Angling success was described as “slow” in the estuary and “moderate” just upriver.  The fish species reported were Chinook (King) Salmon and Steelhead throughout the section, with  Coho Salmon in the estuary. The fish present were moving upriver throughout the section, with fish holding in pools in the estuary. Angler density in this section is “low”.   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:  Cloudy early with some clearing expected late. Low 41F. Winds NNW at 10 to 15 mph.   The forecast for tomorrow:  Intervals of clouds and sunshine. High 57F. Winds light and variable.

Clouds

55° / Clouds

Sunrise: 7:17am

Sunset: 6:23pm

224 CFS Pineville Gauge

CFS Dam Release: safewaters.com

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October 13, 2026

   

Tuesday, 13 October /  PM

Tomorrow Sunrise:  7:18 AM

Tomorrow Sunset:  6:25 PM

The current dam release is 185 CFS, where it is projected to remain until 10/14/26 11:59 PM. The CFS at the Pineville gauge is currently 232 CFS as of 5:15PM. The water temperature was 56 Degrees Fahrenheit as of 5:00 PM this morning.

UPPER SECTION

Angling success was described as “slow” in the lower and middle parts; there are currently no guests in the upper part. The fish species reported were Chinook (King) Salmon throughout the section, with Brown Trout, Steelhead, and an Atlantic. The fish were both holding in pools  and actively  moving upriver.  The volume of anglers was “none” in the very top portion of the run and “moderate” throughout the other two parts.

MIDDLE SECTION

Angling success was described as “moderate” in all portions of this section. The fish species reported were Chinook (King) Salmon in the upper part, Steelhead, and Browns in the lower and middle parts.  The fish were  actively moving upriver throughout the section, with a percentage holding in pools within the lower and middle parts of this section. Angler density in this section was described as “moderate” in the bottom and middle parts and “moderate” in the upper part.

LOWER SECTION

Angling success was described as “moderate” throughout the section.  The fish species reported were Chinook (King) Salmon, Coho and Steelhead throughout this section. The fish present were holding in pools. Angler density in this section is “moderate”.

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:  Overcast. Low 56F. Winds WSW at 5 to 10 mph.

The forecast for tomorrow:  Cloudy. High around 60F. Winds WNW at 10 to 20 mph.

Pictured below is Grandfather Joe with his grandson Paul holding up a nice King.   They were guided by Jerry Sullivan of ‘Wave Guide Service.’

             

Clouds

69° / Clouds

Sunrise: 7:16am

Sunset: 6:25pm

232 CFS Pineville Gauge

CFS Dam Release: safewaters.com

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October 13, 2026

DSR Fishing Report:   Tuesday, 13 October /  AM   Tomorrow Sunrise:  7:17 AM Tomorrow Sunset:  6:22 PM   The current dam release is 185 CFS, where it is projected to remain until 10/13/26 11:59 PM. The CFS at the Pineville gauge is currently 216 CFS as of 8:15 PM. The water temperature was 57 Degrees Fahrenheit as of 6:00 AM this morning.   UPPER SECTION Angling success was described as “moderate” in the lower and middle parts; there are currently no guests in the upper part. The fish species reported were Chinook (King) Salmon throughout the section, with Brown Trout and Steelhead both making a showing in the lower and middle parts.  The fish were both holding in pools  and actively  moving upriver.  The volume of anglers was “none” in the very top portion of the run and “moderate” throughout the other two parts.   MIDDLE SECTION Angling success was described as “moderate” in all portions of this section. The fish species reported were Chinook (King) Salmon throughout the section, Coho Salmon in the upper part, and Steelhead in the lower and middle parts.  The fish were  actively moving upriver throughout the section, with a percentage holding in pools within the lower and middle parts of this section. Angler density in this section was described as “low” in the bottom and middle parts and “moderate” in the upper part. LOWER SECTION Angling success was described as “moderate” throughout the section.  The fish species reported were Chinook (King) Salmon and Steelhead throughout this section. The fish present were holding in pools. Angler density in this section is “moderate”.   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:  Thunderstorms during the evening will give way to cloudy skies after midnight. Potential for heavy rainfall. Low 56F. Winds WSW at 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain 70%.   The forecast for tomorrow:  Cloudy. High near 60F. Winds WNW at 10 to 15 mph.

Rain

56° / Rain

Sunrise: 7:16am

Sunset: 6:25pm

216 CFS Pineville Gauge

CFS Dam Release: safewaters.com

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