Smith River Fish Report - Smith River, CA (Del Norte County)

The Smith dropped back into fishable shape Wednesday

Smith River - Smith River, CA (Del Norte County)

Rob Rowe of Smith River holds a steelhead caught and released last week on a Corky and roe while fishing the Smith River with Wild Rivers Fishing.

by Kenny Priest
2-27-2025
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The Smith dropped back into fishable shape Wednesday, when some boats chose to plunk and others drifted from the forks down in the high water. With no rain until possibly Sunday, conditions should be excellent the next few days. The next significant rise is forecast for next weekend. Boat traffic should be light this weekend as the Chetco should begin to fish on Friday. Fresh fish are still making their way through the lower river and a few downers have been caught as well.

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Nor Cal Fish Reports Reports

for Thursday, February 27th

Mad River: The Mad was under 10 feet as of Thursday, but is still high and off color
Eel River: The main stem Eel was running at 10,500 cfs as of Thursday
Eel River - South Fork: The South Fork dropped into fishable shape around Benbow Thursday
Van Duzen River: The Van Duzen dipped below 1,200 cfs Thursday and will continue to drop through Saturday

Nor Cal Fish Reports Reports

for Thursday, February 20th

Mad River: As of Thursday, the Mad was just above 11 feet (5,500 cfs) and starting to drop
Eel River: The main stem Eel was running at 20,500 cfs as of Thursday, and is still big and muddy
Eel River - South Fork: The South Fork should be down to a fishable height by early or mid-next week
Van Duzen River: The Van Duzen is on the drop following a peak of 2,500 cfs Wednesday near Bridgeville
Smith River: The Smith dropped into shape Wednesday
Chetco River: Steelhead fishing continues to be fair at best on the Chetco