DSR Fishing Report:
Sunday, September 13th PM
Tomorrow Sunrise: 6:44am Tomorrow Sunset: 7:19pm
The current dam release is 185 CFS, where it is projected to remain until 09/25/26 11:59 PM. The CFS at the Pineville gauge is currently 244 CFS as of 5:30/PM. Water temperature this afternoon was 67 degrees F as of 5:00 PM
In the Upper Section, angling success was described as quiet. Fish species reported were King Salmon. The fish present were holding in pools and actively moving upriver. Angler density in this section was described as none.
In the Middle Section, angling success was described as moderate to good. Fish species reported were King Salmon. The fish present were actively moving upriver. Angler density in this section was described as moderate.
In the Lower Section, angling success was described as quiet. Fish species reported were King Salmon. The fish present were holding in pools. Angler density in this section was described as 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
The forecast for tonight is: Rain showers this evening with clearing overnight. Low 54F. Winds NW at 10 to 15 mph. Chance of rain 40%.
The forecast for tomorrow is: A mainly sunny sky. High 66F. Winds NNW at 10 to 15 mph.
Featured below is Chris and his son Liam with a beautiful pair of Kings! They were being guided by Erik Barton of ‘Chrome Run Guide Service’
Premium Pass Availability for Monday: Unavailable
Walk-Up, Full Day Pass Availability for Monday: Available
Walk-Up, Afternoon Pass Availability for Monday: Available
For DSR fishing pass availability and pricing click the link below:
https://douglastonsalmonrun.com/fishing/
For Instructions for Purchasing Walk-Up Fishing Passes click the link below:
https://douglastonsalmonrun.com/walkup/
DSR Lodge Availability:
Salmon Run Lodge is available for the night(s) of: Friday, September 11th - Wednesday, September 16th, 2026
For the DSR 2026 Lodge Availability Calendar click the link below:
https://douglastonsalmonrun.com/lodging/
**Announcements**:
A reminder that, effective this season, we are asking that all categories of guests check-out with us, either in-person at the Welcome Center, telephonically, or with River Patrol at other access points (e.g., Black Hole, estuary, lodge guest parking) when they leave the run for the day; this will enable us to more effectively monitor and control the number of anglers on the run, in order to meet both the spirit and intent of our daily angler limit.
Manor House reserved fishing area commences 15 Sep 2026.
No fishing to actively spawning fish
Keep fish in water to avoid harming them prior to release
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