DSR Fishing Report for 31 May 2026:

REPORT:

Fishing was ‘slow’ today and the angler density was ‘low’  Our lone angler, a season pass holder, fished from opening through midday landing (1) small brown and (1) smallmouth on the swing.  Water temperature was 53 degrees F at dawn, moving up to 58 by noon.

CFS / WEATHER:

The flow is currently listed as 350 CFS scheduled through 7:00am 06/01/’26; at that time, it will lower to 300 CFS until tomorrow evening at 7pm; at that time, it will be reduced again to 250 CFS currently scheduled through 11:59pm tomorrow evening.  The Pineville Gauge currently reads 459 CFS.

Tonight:  Cloudy skies early, followed by partial clearing. Slight chance of a rain shower. Low 43F. Winds light and variable.

Tomorrow:  Sunny skies. High around 70F. Winds N at 5 to 10 mph.

Tomorrow Sunrise: 5:27 AM                Tomorrow Sunset: 8:39 PM

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Balance payments for all categories of seasons passes will be due by June 26, 2026.

As part of an After-Action-Review of last season that identified best-practices moving forward, guests are requested to check out when they leave the property. This will enhance angler safety and our efforts to more accurately manage angler density on the run so as to not exceed angler limits. Check-out may be as simple as stating “Season Pass Holder (last name) leaving for the day!” or calling the Welcome Center to share “Party of four under (last name) leaving for the day!”.

LODGE AVAILABILITY:

 

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DSR Fishing Report for 30 May 2026:

 

REPORT:

The winds and bright blue skies may have attributed to the run being quiet today with no anglers joining us.  

CFS / WEATHER:

The flow is currently listed as 350 CFS through 11:59pm on May 31^st.  The Pineville Gauge currently reads 470 CFS. Tonight:  Mostly clear. Low 42F. Winds W at 5 to 10 mph.   Tomorrow:  Partly cloudy skies in the morning will give way to cloudy skies during the afternoon. High 67F. Winds W at 5 to 10 mph.   Tomorrow Sunrise: 5:28 AM Tomorrow Sunset: 8:38 PM  

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

  Balance payments for all categories of seasons passes will be due by June 26, 2026.   As part of an After-Action-Review of last season that identified best-practices moving forward, guests are requested to check out when they leave the property. This will enhance angler safety and our efforts to more accurately manage angler density on the run so as to not exceed angler limits. Check-out may be as simple as stating “Season Pass Holder (last name) leaving for the day!” or calling the Welcome Center to share “Party of four under (last name) leaving for the day!”.

LODGE AVAILABILITY:

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DSR Fishing Report for 29 May 2026:

 

REPORT:

We had a few guests join us on the run today that were swinging flies. One of the guests indicated landing one Smallmouth and a Fall Fish. Our other guest landed a few Steelhead and a couple of Smallmouth in the middle section of the run.  

CFS / WEATHER:

The flow is currently listed as 500 CFS through 11:59pm this evening.  The Pineville Gauge currently reads 637 CFS. Tonight:  Rain showers this evening with overcast skies overnight. Low 46F. Winds NNW at 10 to 20 mph. Chance of rain 50%.   Tomorrow:  Cloudy early, becoming mostly sunny in the afternoon. Cooler. High near 65F. Winds N at 10 to 20 mph.   Tomorrow Sunrise: 5:29 AM Tomorrow Sunset: 8:37 PM  

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

  Balance payments for all categories of seasons passes will be due by June 26, 2026.   As part of an After-Action-Review of last season that identified best-practices moving forward, guests are requested to check out when they leave the property. This will enhance angler safety and our efforts to more accurately manage angler density on the run so as to not exceed angler limits. Check-out may be as simple as stating “Season Pass Holder (last name) leaving for the day!” or calling the Welcome Center to share “Party of four under (last name) leaving for the day!”.

LODGE AVAILABILITY:

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DSR Fishing Report for 28 May 2026:

REPORT:

The run went quiet today with no anglers joining us.

CFS / WEATHER:

The flow is currently listed as 500 CFS through 11:59pm tomorrow evening.  The Pineville Gauge currently reads 644 CFS.

Tonight:  Partly cloudy. Low 46F. Winds WNW at 5 to 10 mph.

Tomorrow:  Partly cloudy. High 64F. Winds NW at 10 to 20 mph.

Tomorrow Sunrise: 5:29 AM                Tomorrow Sunset: 8:37 PM

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Balance payments for all categories of seasons passes will be due by June 26, 2026.

As part of an After-Action-Review of last season that identified best-practices moving forward, guests are requested to check out when they leave the property. This will enhance angler safety and our efforts to more accurately manage angler density on the run so as to not exceed angler limits. Check-out may be as simple as stating “Season Pass Holder (last name) leaving for the day!” or calling the Welcome Center to share “Party of four under (last name) leaving for the day!”.

LODGE AVAILABILITY:

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DSR Fishing Report for 27 May 2026:

REPORT:

We had a pair of guests that targeted Fall Fish specifically, one guest in the am and another in the pm; they each brought several to hand.  No report on Steelhead or Smallmouth.

CFS / WEATHER:

The flow is currently listed as 650 CFS through 11:59pm tonight.  The Pineville Gauge currently reads 953CFS.

Tonight:  Partly cloudy. Low 51F. Winds light and variable.

Tomorrow:  Cloudy skies early, followed by partial clearing. High 63F. Winds NW at 10 to 15 mph.

Tomorrow Sunrise: 5:29 AM                Tomorrow Sunset: 8:36 PM

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Balance payments for all categories of seasons passes will be due by June 26, 2026.

As part of an After-Action-Review of last season that identified best-practices moving forward, guests are requested to check out when they leave the property. This will enhance angler safety and our efforts to more accurately manage angler density on the run so as to not exceed angler limits. Check-out may be as simple as stating “Season Pass Holder (last name) leaving for the day!” or calling the Welcome Center to share “Party of four under (last name) leaving for the day!”.

LODGE AVAILABILITY:

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DSR Fishing Report for 26 May 2026:   REPORT: lamprey treatments to the Salmon River will commence soon.   CFS / WEATHER: The flow is 350 CFS through 9:00 PM tonight.  At that time another scheduled increase will push it up to 650 CFS through 11:59 PM tomorrow night.  The flow from the Pineville gauge is at 576 CFS. Tonight:  Partly cloudy skies this evening will become overcast overnight. Low 56F. Winds WSW at 5 to 10 mph.   Tomorrow:  Sunshine and clouds mixed. High 72F. Winds WNW at 5 to 10 mph.   Tomorrow Sunrise: 5:31 AM Tomorrow Sunset: 8:34 PM   ANNOUNCEMENTS:   Balance payments for all categories of seasons passes will be due by June 26, 2026.   As part of an After-Action-Review of last season that identified best-practices moving forward, guests are requested to check out when they leave the property. This will enhance angler safety and our efforts to more accurately manage angler density on the run so as to not exceed angler limits. Check-out may be as simple as stating “Season Pass Holder (last name) leaving for the day!” or calling the Welcome Center to share “Party of four under (last name) leaving for the day!”. LODGE AVAILABILITY: Short Term Lodge Availability (for the next ten days) - please call Guest Services at 315-298-6672, select 0, or browse lodging availability at https://douglastonsalmonrun.com/lodging/

DSR Fishing Report for 25 May 2026:

REPORT:

Our angler density was low, and fishing activity was quiet.  One angler connected with two Smallmouth Bass swinging flies in the lower section.  A pair of anglers also connected with a few Smallmouth Bass while swinging flies in the lower section.

CFS / WEATHER:

The flow is 250 CFS through 9:00 PM tonight.  At that time another scheduled increase will push it up to 350 CFS through 11:59 PM tonight.  The flow from the Pineville gauge is at 382 CFS.

Tonight:  Mainly clear. Low 51F. Winds light and variable.

Tomorrow:  Intervals of clouds and sunshine. High around 80F. Winds SW at 5 to 10 mph.

Tomorrow Sunrise: 5:31 AM                Tomorrow Sunset: 8:34 PM

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Balance payments for all categories of seasons passes will be due by June 26, 2026.

As part of an After-Action-Review of last season that identified best-practices moving forward, guests are requested to check out when they leave the property. This will enhance angler safety and our efforts to more accurately manage angler density on the run so as to not exceed angler limits. Check-out may be as simple as stating “Season Pass Holder (last name) leaving for the day!” or calling the Welcome Center to share “Party of four under (last name) leaving for the day!”.

LODGE AVAILABILITY:

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DSR Fishing Report for 24 May 2026:

REPORT:

Our angler density was low and fishing activity quiet today.  The pair of guests that I spoke with on the way out didn’t bring any smallmouth or steelhead to hand.

WEATHER / CFS:

The flow is scheduled to bump up tonight at midnight to 250 CFS through 9:00pm tomorrow evening.  At that time another increase scheduled will push it up 350 CFS through 11:59 Monday evening.  The flow from the Pineville gauge is at 351 CFS.

Tonight:  Periods of rain. Low 52F. Winds SE at 10 to 20 mph. Chance of rain 100%. Rainfall near a half an inch. Locally heavy rainfall possible.

Tomorrow: Showers in the morning, then cloudy in the afternoon. High around 65F. Winds WSW at 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain 60%

Tomorrow Sunrise: 5:31 AM                Tomorrow Sunset: 8:33 PM

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Balance payments for all categories of seasons passes will be due by June 26, 2026.

As part of an After-Action-Review of last season that identified best-practices moving forward, guests are requested to check out when they leave the property. This will enhance angler safety and our efforts to more accurately manage angler density on the run so as to not exceed angler limits. Check-out may be as simple as stating “Season Pass Holder (last name) leaving for the day!” or calling the Welcome Center to share “Party of four under (last name) leaving for the day!”.

LODGE AVAILABILITY:

 

Short Term Lodge Availability (for the next ten days) - please call Guest Services at 315-298-6672, select 0, or browse lodging availability at https://douglastonsalmonrun.com/lodging/

   

DSR Fishing Report for 23 May 2026:

REPORT:

Our angler density was low and fishing activity quiet with only a few fall fish brought to hand by a couple of guests.

Pictured  below is a group of our River Patrol that assisted DSR with planting Willows, Alders,  and Sycamores in the stream restoration areas of the Upper Clay and Meadow Run.

WEATHER / CFS:

At the time of this report the current dam release is 200 CFS, scheduled through 11:59 PM this evening.  The flow from the Pineville gauge is at 286 CFS.

Tonight:  Rain. Low 47F. Winds SE at 10 to 20 mph. Chance of rain 90%. Rainfall around a half an inch. Locally heavy rainfall possible.

Tomorrow: Cloudy with occasional rain...mainly in the morning. High around 60F. Winds SE at 15 to 25 mph. Chance of rain 90%.

Tomorrow Sunrise: 5:32 AM                Tomorrow Sunset: 8:32 PM

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Balance payments for all categories of seasons passes will be due by June 26, 2026.

As part of an After-Action-Review of last season that identified best-practices moving forward, guests are requested to check out when they leave the property. This will enhance angler safety and our efforts to more accurately manage angler density on the run so as to not exceed angler limits. Check-out may be as simple as stating “Season Pass Holder (last name) leaving for the day!” or calling the Welcome Center to share “Party of four under (last name) leaving for the day!”.

LODGE AVAILABILITY:

Short Term Lodge Availability (for the next ten days) - please call Guest Services at 315-298-6672, select 0, or browse lodging availability at https://douglastonsalmonrun.com/lodging/

 

 

DSR Fishing Report for 22 May 2026:   REPORT:  fewer than a handful of anglers showed up today, fishing the morning only, however they all managed to connect with fish; specifically a 25” Steelhead in the lower section of the run, with a pair of anglers scoring a combined total of three Smallmouth Bass in the lower section of the run as well (all swung flies).   WEATHER / CFS: The current dam release is 200 CFS, scheduled through 11:59 PM tomorrow evening.  The flow from the Pineville gauge is at 286 CFS. Tonight:  Partly cloudy skies early will give way to cloudy skies late. Low 52F. Winds E at 5 to 10 mph.   Tomorrow: Cloudy early with showers for the afternoon hours. High near 60F. Winds SE at 10 to 20 mph. Chance of rain 50%.   Tomorrow Sunrise: 5:34 AM Tomorrow Sunset: 8:30 PM   ANNOUNCEMENTS:   Balance payments for all categories of seasons passes will be due by June 26, 2026.   As part of an After-Action-Review of last season that identified best-practices moving forward, guests are requested to check out when they leave the property. This will enhance angler safety and our efforts to more accurately manage angler density on the run so as to not exceed angler limits. Check-out may be as simple as stating “Season Pass Holder (last name) leaving for the day!” or calling the Welcome Center to share “Party of four under (last name) leaving for the day!”. LODGE AVAILABILITY: Short Term Lodge Availability (for the next ten days) - please call Guest Services at 315-298-6672, select 0, or browse lodging availability at https://douglastonsalmonrun.com/lodging/

DSR Fishing Report for 21 May 2026:

Our angler density was low today and the fishing was described as “quiet.  Our guests didn’t report any Steelhead connected with and under a dozen Smallmouth were brought to hand.

WEATHER / CFS:

The current dam release is 285 CFS scheduled through 8:00am Friday morning and then dropping to the ‘traditional’ summer flow of 185 CFS, scheduled through 11:59pm tomorrow evening.  The flow from the Pineville gauge is at 387 CFS.

Tonight: Partly cloudy. Low 41F. Winds NNE at 10 to 15 mph.

Tomorrow: Intervals of clouds and sunshine. High 67F. Winds light and variable.

Tomorrow Sunrise: 5:34 AM                Tomorrow Sunset: 8:30 PM

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Balance payments for all categories of seasons passes will be due by June 26, 2026.

As part of an After-Action-Review of last season that identified best-practices moving forward, guests are requested to check out when they leave the property. This will enhance angler safety and our efforts to more accurately manage angler density on the run so as to not exceed angler limits. Check-out may be as simple as stating “Season Pass Holder (last name) leaving for the day!” or calling the Welcome Center to share “Party of four under (last name) leaving for the day!”.

LODGE AVAILABILITY:

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DSR Fishing Report for 20 May 2026:   REPORT:  Our angler density was low today and the fishing was described as “quiet”.  We didn’t have any reports of Steelhead brought to hand and only a single Smallmouth Bass was brought to hand in the upper section, swinging a fly.   WEATHER / CFS: The current dam release is 350 CFS through 11:59 PM this evening.  The flow from the Pineville gauge is at 494 CFS. Tonight: Partly cloudy early followed by cloudy skies overnight. Low near 45F. Winds NW at 10 to 15 mph.   Tomorrow: Intervals of clouds and sunshine. High near 60F. Winds N at 10 to 15 mph.   Tomorrow Sunrise: 5:36 AM Tomorrow Sunset: 8:28 PM   ANNOUNCEMENTS:   Balance payments for all categories of seasons passes will be due by June 26, 2026.   As part of an After-Action-Review of last season that identified best-practices moving forward, guests are strongly requested to check out when they leave the property. This will enhance angler safety and our efforts to more accurately manage angler density on the run so as to not exceed angler limits. Check-out may be as simple as stating “Season Pass Holder (last name) leaving for the day!” or calling the Welcome Center to share “Party of four under (last name) leaving for the day!”. LODGE AVAILABILITY: Short Term Lodge Availability (for the next ten days) - please call Guest Services at 315-298-6672, select 0, or browse lodging availability at https://douglastonsalmonrun.com/lodging/

DSR Fishing Report for 19 May 2026:

REPORT:

Our angler density was low today and the fishing was listed as quiet.  We didn’t have any reports of steelhead brought to hand and only a couple of smallmouth and fall fish.  The water temperature was 57 degrees F at dawn, climbing to 59 degrees F at the noon hour.

WEATHER / CFS:

The current dam release is 750 CFS listed through 11:59pm this evening, (at the time of this report we don’t have the release schedule beyond that time.)  The flow from the Pineville gauge is at 834 CFS.

Tonight: Showers with a possible thunderstorm early, then variable clouds overnight with still a chance of showers. Low 59F. Winds WSW at 10 to 15 mph. Chance of rain 60%.

Tomorrow: Showers in the morning, then partly cloudy in the afternoon. Cooler. High 61F. Winds W at 10 to 20 mph. Chance of rain 40%.

Tomorrow Sunrise: 5:36 AM                Tomorrow Sunset: 8:28 PM

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Balance payments for all categories of seasons passes will be due by June 26, 2026.

As part of an After-Action-Review of last season that identified best-practices moving forward, guests are strongly requested to check out when they leave the property. This will enhance angler safety and our efforts to more accurately manage angler density on the run so as to not exceed angler limits. Check-out may be as simple as stating “Season Pass Holder (last name) leaving for the day!” or calling the Welcome Center to share “Party of four under (last name) leaving for the day!”.

LODGE AVAILABILITY:

Short Term Lodge Availability (for the next ten days) - please call Guest Services at 315-298-6672, select 0, or browse lodging availability at https://douglastonsalmonrun.com/lodging/

 

DSR Fishing Report for 18 May 2026: REPORT: We had an handful of guests on the run today. We were only able to catch one angler coming off the run; he reported that he was unsuccessful swinging flies in the lower section CFS / WEATHER: The current dam release is 750 through 11:59 tonight. The flow from the Pineville gauge is at 815 CFS. Tonight: Partly cloudy this evening with more clouds for overnight. A stray shower or thunderstorm is possible. Low 66F. Winds SSW at 10 to 15 mph. Tomorrow: Considerable clouds early. Some decrease in clouds later in the day. A stray shower or thunderstorm is possible. High near 85F. Winds WSW at 10 to 15 mph. Tomorrow Sunrise: 5:37 AM Tomorrow Sunset: 8:26 PM ANNOUNCEMENTS: Balance payments for all categories of seasons passes will be due by June 26, 2026. As part of an After-Action-Review of last season that identified best-practices moving forward, guests are strongly requested to check out when they leave the property. This will enhance angler safety and our efforts to more accurately manage angler density on the run so as to not exceed angler limits. Check-out may be as simple as stating “Season Pass Holder (last name) leaving for the day!” or calling the Welcome Center to share “Party of four under (last name) leaving for the day!”. LODGE AVAILABILITY: Short Term Lodge Availability (for the next ten days) - please call Guest Services at 315-298-6672, select 0, or browse lodging availability at https://douglastonsalmonrun.com/lodging/

DSR Fishing Report for 17 May 2026:

REPORT:

One of the warmest days of this spring greeted the few guests we had on the run today.  Those that did fish the run caught a few steelhead in the middle and lower sections; the smallmouth were elusive with only a pair brought to hand.

WEATHER / CFS:

The current dam release is 350 CFS through 9:00pm this evening; at that time, it’s scheduled to increase to 750 CFS through 11:59 Monday night.  The flow from the Pineville gauge is at 525 CFS.

Tonight: Partly cloudy this evening, then becoming cloudy after midnight. Low 59F. Winds E at 5 to 10 mph.

Tomorrow: Sunshine and clouds mixed. High 87F. Winds SSW at 5 to 10 mph.

Tomorrow Sunrise: 5:37 AM                Tomorrow Sunset: 8:26 PM

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Balance payments for all categories of seasons passes will be due by June 26, 2026.

As part of an After-Action-Review of last season that identified best-practices moving forward, guests are strongly requested to check out when they leave the property. This will enhance angler safety and our efforts to more accurately manage angler density on the run so as to not exceed angler limits. Check-out may be as simple as stating “Season Pass Holder (last name) leaving for the day!” or calling the Welcome Center to share “Party of four under (last name) leaving for the day!”.

*** PRIME TIME lodging stay just opened up: October 5th 2026 – October 8th 2026 in our Douglaston Manor Lodge. This stay is now available to be booked on our website; book while you can because these dates will go fast!!!

LODGE AVAILABILITY:

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DSR Fishing Report for 16 May 2026:

REPORT:

We had a moderate number of guests join us on the run today, with the majority fishing during the morning hours.  A pair of our guests fishing with a DSR guide brought (4) steelhead to hand in the upper section; the remainder of guests were primarily focused on smallmouth, with only a few being hooked and / or landed.  Overall, between both Steelhead and Smallmouth the angling success would best be summed up as slow.

WEATHER / CFS:

The current dam release is 350 CFS through 9:00pm tomorrow evening; at that time, it’s scheduled to bump up to 750 CFS through 11:59pm Sunday evening. The Pineville Gauge is at 519 CFS.

Tonight: Showers early, then cloudy overnight. Low around 55F. Winds WSW at 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain 70%.

Tomorrow: Areas of patchy fog early. Cloudy skies early, followed by partial clearing. High near 70F. Winds W at 5 to 10 mph.

Tomorrow Sunrise: 5:38 AM                Tomorrow Sunset: 8:25 PM

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Balance payments for all categories of seasons passes will be due by June 26, 2026.

As part of an After-Action-Review of last season that identified best-practices moving forward, guests are strongly requested to check out when they leave the property. This will enhance angler safety and our efforts to more accurately manage angler density on the run so as to not exceed angler limits. Check-out may be as simple as stating “Season Pass Holder (last name) leaving for the day!” or calling the Welcome Center to share “Party of four under (last name) leaving for the day!”.

*** PRIME TIME lodging stay just opened up: October 5th 2026 – October 8th 2026 in our Douglaston Manor Lodge. This stay is now available to be booked on our website; book while you can because these dates will go fast!!!

LODGE AVAILABILITY:

   

DSR Fishing Report for 15 May 2026:   REPORT: Our guest density was low today.  This morning, a pair of guests, swinging nymphs, were only able to connect with smolts.  A pair of anglers were rewarded with “tugs” and a missed Steelhead.  Another pair of anglers, targeting only Smallmouth Bass, who fished the entire run using spinners and tube jigs, were unsuccessful.  Our last angler, departing near closing, reported a "good day", with an handful of Steelhead brought to hand, as well as a very large Smallmouth Bass, drifting pink worms under a bobber, in the upper portion of the run.   WEATHER / CFS: The current dam release is 750 CFS through 9:00pm this evening; at that time, it’s scheduled to bump down to 350 CFS through 11:59pm this evening. The Pineville Gauge is at 901 CFS. Tonight: Partly cloudy skies. Low 44F. Winds light and variable.   Tomorrow: Mostly sunny in the morning. Increasing clouds with showers later in the day. Much warmer. High 76F. Winds S at 10 to 15 mph. Chance of rain 60%.   Tomorrow Sunrise: 5:41 AM Tomorrow Sunset: 8:23 PM   ANNOUNCEMENTS:   Balance payments for all categories of seasons passes will be due by June 26, 2026.   As part of an After-Action-Review of last season that identified best-practices moving forward, guests are strongly requested to check out when they leave the property. This will enhance angler safety and our efforts to more accurately manage angler density on the run so as to not exceed angler limits. Check-out may be as simple as stating “Season Pass Holder (last name) leaving for the day!” or calling the Welcome Center to share “Party of four under (last name) leaving for the day!”.   *** PRIME TIME lodging stay just opened up: October 5th 2026 – October 8th 2026 in our Douglaston Manor Lodge. This stay is now available to be booked on our website; book while you can because these dates will go fast!!! LODGE AVAILABILITY: Short Term Lodge Availability (for the next ten days) - please call Guest Services at 315-298-6672, select 0, or browse lodging availability at https://douglastonsalmonrun.com/lodging/

DSR Fishing Report for 14 May 2026:

REPORT:

We had slow day on the run today, with a low guest density.  This morning saw one steelhead connected with but lost prior to landing, and a few smallmouth.  This afternoon one of our guests connected with (3) steelhead in the 20-25” range on a squirmy worm under a float, fishing in the middle section.

WEATHER / CFS:

The current dam release is 750 CFS through 9:00pm this evening; at that time, it’s scheduled to bump down to 350 cfs through 11:59pm tomorrow evening. The Pineville Gauge is at 936 CFS.

Tonight: Occasional light rain. Low 42F. Winds NW at 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain 70%.

Tomorrow: Cloudy skies early, followed by partial clearing. Slight chance of a rain shower. High 59F. Winds WNW at 5 to 10 mph.

Tomorrow Sunrise: 5:41 AM                Tomorrow Sunset: 8:23 PM

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Balance payments for all categories of seasons passes will be due by June 26, 2026.

As part of an After-Action-Review of last season that identified best-practices moving forward, guests are strongly requested to check out when they leave the property. This will enhance angler safety and our efforts to more accurately manage angler density on the run so as to not exceed angler limits. Check-out may be as simple as stating “Season Pass Holder (last name) leaving for the day!” or calling the Welcome Center to share “Party of four under (last name) leaving for the day!”.

*** PRIME TIME lodging stay just opened up: October 5th 2026 – October 8th 2026 in our Douglaston Manor Lodge. This stay is now available to be booked on our website; book while you can because these dates will go fast!!!

LODGE AVAILABILITY:

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DSR Fishing Report for 12 May 2026:   REPORT: We had a couple of anglers on the run today; they were just shy of double-digits on Steelhead, drifting pink worms, and bead and egg sack combinations, under a bobber, in the upper portion of the run.   WEATHER / CFS: The current dam release is 750 CFS through 11:59pm tomorrow evening.  The Pineville Gauge is at 910 CFS. Tonight: Scattered thunderstorms, some strong early, then cloudy skies after midnight. Storms may contain strong gusty winds. Low 42F. Winds WSW at 10 to 15 mph. Chance of rain 90%.   Tomorrow: Cloudy. Slight chance of a rain shower. High 53F. Winds W at 5 to 10 mph.   Tomorrow Sunrise: 5:43 AM Tomorrow Sunset: 8:20 PM   ANNOUNCEMENTS:   Balance payments for all categories of seasons passes will be due by June 26, 2026.   As part of an After-Action-Review of last season that identified best-practices moving forward, guests are strongly requested to check out when they leave the property. This will enhance angler safety and our efforts to more accurately manage angler density on the run so as to not exceed angler limits. Check-out may be as simple as stating “Season Pass Holder (last name) leaving for the day!” or calling the Welcome Center to share “Party of four under (last name) leaving for the day!”.   *** PRIME TIME lodging stay just opened up: October 5th 2026 – October 8th 2026 in our Douglaston Manor Lodge. This stay is now available to be booked on our website; book while you can because these dates will go fast!!! LODGE AVAILABILITY: Short Term Lodge Availability (for the next ten days) - please call Guest Services at 315-298-6672, select 0, or browse lodging availability at https://douglastonsalmonrun.com/lodging/

DSR Fishing Report for 12 May 2026:   REPORT: We had a handful of anglers on the run today.  Half reported not connecting with fish, a few other reported fresh Steelhead and a few Smallmouth Bass.  Fishing was ‘slow’ for Steelhead and ‘slow’ for Smallmouth Bass.   WEATHER / CFS: The current dam release is 750 CFS through 11:59pm tomorrow evening.  The Pineville Gauge is at 843 CFS. Tonight: Cloudy with rain developing after midnight. Low 46F. Winds E at 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain 100%.   Tomorrow: Rain. Thunderstorms possible...mainly in the afternoon. High 62F. Winds SSE at 10 to 20 mph. Chance of rain 100%.   Tomorrow Sunrise: 5:44 AM Tomorrow Sunset: 8:19 PM   ANNOUNCEMENTS:   Balance payments for all categories of seasons passes will be due by June 26, 2026.   As part of an After-Action-Review of last season that identified best-practices moving forward, guests are strongly requested to check out when they leave the property. This will enhance angler safety and our efforts to more accurately manage angler density on the run so as to not exceed angler limits. Check-out may be as simple as stating “Season Pass Holder (last name) leaving for the day!” or calling the Welcome Center to share “Party of four under (last name) leaving for the day!”.   *** PRIME TIME lodging stay just opened up: October 5th 2026 – October 8th 2026 in our Douglaston Manor Lodge. This stay is now available to be booked on our website; book while you can because these dates will go fast!!! LODGE AVAILABILITY: Short Term Lodge Availability (for the next ten days) - please call Guest Services at 315-298-6672, select 0, or browse lodging availability at https://douglastonsalmonrun.com/lodging/

DSR Fishing Report for 11 May 2026:   ***Starting today,  Monday, May 11^th, 2026, DSR’s hours of operation will be from 6:00am – 5:00pm***     REPORT: We had a fair amount of anglers on the run today.  Steelhead were sighted, and nibbling, but not taking.  Fishing was ‘slow’ for Steelhead and ‘slow’ for Smallmouth Bass as well.   WEATHER / CFS: The current dam release is 350 CFS through 9:00 PM today; thereafter it will bump up to 750 CFS and remain there until 11:59pm tomorrow evening.  The Pineville Gauge is at 494 CFS. Tonight: A shower is possible early. Some clouds this evening will give way to mainly clear skies overnight. Low 36F. Winds WNW at 10 to 15 mph, becoming NE and decreasing to less than 5 mph.   Tomorrow: Sunny, along with a few afternoon clouds. Cooler. High 57F. Winds NW at 5 to 10 mph.   Tomorrow Sunrise: 5:45 AM Tomorrow Sunset: 8:18 PM   ANNOUNCEMENTS:   Balance payments for all categories of seasons passes will be due by June 26, 2026.   As part of an After-Action-Review of last season that identified best-practices moving forward, guests are strongly requested to check out when they leave the property. This will enhance angler safety and our efforts to more accurately manage angler density on the run so as to not exceed angler limits. Check-out may be as simple as stating “Season Pass Holder (last name) leaving for the day!” or calling the Welcome Center to share “Party of four under (last name) leaving for the day!”.   *** PRIME TIME lodging stay just opened up: October 5th 2026 – October 8th 2026 in our Douglaston Manor Lodge. This stay is now available to be booked on our website; book while you can because these dates will go fast!!! LODGE AVAILABILITY: Short Term Lodge Availability (for the next ten days) - please call Guest Services at 315-298-6672, select 0, or browse lodging availability at https://douglastonsalmonrun.com/lodging/  

DSR Fishing Report for 10 May 2026:

***Starting tomorrow,  Monday, May 11^th, 2026, DSR’s hours of operation will be from 6:00am – 5:00pm***  

REPORT:

We had a low angler density with the majority of anglers fishing prior to the noon hour.  The steelhead that were connected with were a combination of healed up, silvery torpedoes, mixed with some that were still on the mend from spawning; our guests brought them to hand with either beads, pink worms, or a swung fly.  The smallmouth are around in solid numbers and were caught primarily with a mix of spinners, or crank baits.  Fishing was ‘slow’ for steelhead and ‘moderate’ to ‘good for smallmouth.

WEATHER / CFS:

The current dam release is scheduled to stay at 350 cfs through 11:59pm tomorrow evening.  The Pineville Gauge is at 519 cfs.

Tonight: A few passing clouds. Low 36F. Winds WNW at 10 to 15 mph.

Tomorrow: Cloudy skies early, then partly cloudy in the afternoon. High 54F. Winds W at 10 to 15 mph.

Tomorrow Sunrise: 5:45 AM                Tomorrow Sunset: 8:18 PM

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Balance payments for all categories of seasons passes will be due by June 26, 2026.

As part of an After-Action-Review of last season that identified best-practices moving forward, guests are strongly requested to check out when they leave the property. This will enhance angler safety and our efforts to more accurately manage angler density on the run so as to not exceed angler limits. Check-out may be as simple as stating “Season Pass Holder (last name) leaving for the day!” or calling the Welcome Center to share “Party of four under (last name) leaving for the day!”.

*** PRIME TIME lodging stay just opened up: October 5th 2026 – October 8th 2026 in our Douglaston Manor Lodge. This stay is now available to be booked on our website; book while you can because these dates will go fast!!!

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DSR Fishing Report for 09 May 2026:

***Starting Monday, May 11^th, 2026, DSR’s hours of operation will be from 6:00am – 5:00pm***

REPORT:

We had a moderate number of guests that stretched out fishing the majority of the run today.  Fishing was viewed as slow, with some steelhead being connected with and a few smallmouth, but neither in great numbers.  We did have, for the first time this season, the sighting of a 4’ sturgeon in the lower portion.

WEATHER / CFS:

The current dam release is scheduled to stay at 350 cfs through 11:59pm tomorrow evening.  The Pineville Gauge is at 500 cfs.

Tonight: Thunderstorms during the evening will give way to cloudy skies after midnight. Low 46F. Winds SSW at 10 to 15 mph. Chance of rain 80%.

Tomorrow: Some clouds in the morning will give way to mainly sunny skies for the afternoon. High 56F. Winds W at 10 to 15 mph.

Tomorrow Sunrise: 5:46 AM                Tomorrow Sunset: 8:17 PM

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Balance payments for all categories of seasons passes will be due by June 26, 2026.

As part of an After-Action-Review of last season that identified best-practices moving forward, guests are strongly requested to check out when they leave the property. This will enhance angler safety and our efforts to more accurately manage angler density on the run so as to not exceed angler limits. Check-out may be as simple as stating “Season Pass Holder (last name) leaving for the day!” or calling the Welcome Center to share “Party of four under (last name) leaving for the day!”.

*** PRIME TIME lodging stay just opened up: October 5th 2026 – October 8th 2026 in our Douglaston Manor Lodge. This stay is now available to be booked on our website; book while you can because these dates will go fast!!!

DSR Fishing Report for 08 May 2026:

***Starting Monday, May 11^th, 2026, DSR’s hours of operation will be from 6:00am – 5:00pm***  

REPORT:

We had a very similar day on the run today as yesterday.  Our guest density was low, and fishing activity was slow.  A few steelhead and smallmouth came to hand from different sections of the river using beads, egg patterns, crank baits, and spinners, but the numbers were low for both species.

WEATHER / CFS:

The current dam release is 350 cfs as of this morning at 7:00am.  There isn’t an update listed at the time of this report beyond 11:59pm this evening.  The flow from Pineville is currently 519 cfs.

Tonight: A few passing clouds. Low around 40F. SW winds shifting to ESE at 10 to 15 mph

Tomorrow: Mostly cloudy skies. High 62F. Winds SSE at 10 to 15 mph.

Tomorrow Sunrise: 5:47 AM                Tomorrow Sunset: 8:16 PM

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Balance payments for all categories of seasons passes will be due by June 26, 2026.

As part of an After-Action-Review of last season that identified best-practices moving forward, guests are strongly requested to check out when they leave the property. This will enhance angler safety and our efforts to more accurately manage angler density on the run so as to not exceed angler limits. Check-out may be as simple as stating “Season Pass Holder (last name) leaving for the day!” or calling the Welcome Center to share “Party of four under (last name) leaving for the day!”.

*** PRIME TIME lodging stay just opened up: October 5th 2026 – October 8th 2026 in our Douglaston Manor Lodge. This stay is now available to be booked on our website; book while you can because these dates will go fast!!!

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DSR Fishing Report for 07 May 2026:

REPORT:

Angling Success was slow today, as was the angler density.  The few guests I had to a chance to speak with either didn’t get a grab, or brought 2-3 hand, (all steelhead, no reports of smallmouth at the time of this report.)

WEATHER / CFS:

The current dam release is 750 cfs. Scheduled to bump down to 500 cfs at 3pm today.

 Tomorrow, Friday, May 8^th at 7am the flow is scheduled to drop to 350 cfs and remain there until 11:59pm tomorrow evening.

Tonight: Cloudy skies. Low 38F. Winds light and variable.

Tomorrow: Some clouds in the morning will give way to mainly sunny skies for the afternoon. High 53F. Winds W at 5 to 10 mph.

Tomorrow Sunrise: 5:49 AM                Tomorrow Sunset: 8:15 PM

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Balance payments for all categories of seasons passes will be due by June 26, 2026.

As part of an After-Action-Review of last season that identified best-practices moving forward, guests are strongly requested to check out when they leave the property. This will enhance angler safety and our efforts to more accurately manage angler density on the run so as to not exceed angler limits. Check-out may be as simple as stating “Season Pass Holder (last name) leaving for the day!” or calling the Welcome Center to share “Party of four under (last name) leaving for the day!”.

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DSR Fishing Report for 06 May 2026:

 

REPORT: Overall, angling success was described as slow today with a fair number of smallmouth bass making up the day’s catch. Of the anglers that I spoke with, none reported success on steelhead.

 

WEATHER / CFS:

The current dam release is 750 cfs and it is forecasted to remain there until 11:59pm on 5/7/26 as reported by the Safe Waters website. The gauge at Pineville is currently at 936 cfs.

Tonight: Cloudy skies early, then partly cloudy after midnight. Low 37F. Winds WNW at 5 to 10 mph.

 

Tomorrow: A few clouds early, otherwise mostly sunny. High 52F. Winds W at 10 to 15 mph.

 

Tomorrow Sunrise: 5:50 AM

Tomorrow Sunset: 8:14 PM

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

 

Balance payments for all categories of seasons passes will be due by June 26, 2026.

 

As part of an After-Action-Review of last season that identified best-practices moving forward, guests are strongly requested to check-out when they leave the property. This will enhance angler safety and our efforts to more accurately manage angler density on the run so as to not exceed angler limits. Check-out may be as simple as stating “Season Pass Holder (last name) leaving for the day!” or calling the Welcome Center to share “Party of four under (last name) leaving for the day!”.

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DSR Fishing Report for 05 May 2026:

REPORT:

Our angler density was low today and angling success was also slow.  There were a handful of steelhead caught by our guests, along with a few smallmouth, but overall numbers were down on both species over the past few days.

WEATHER / CFS:

The current dam release is 750 cfs, however there is a technical problem with the safewaters.com website.  The last reliable report was from yesterday stating 750 cfs would remain through 11:59 this evening.  Please check to see if there are any updates prior to traveling a long distance if you plan to join us on the run tomorrow.  The gauge at Pineville is currently at 868 cfs.

Tonight: Rain likely. Low 44F. Winds N at 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain 100%. Rainfall may reach one inch.

Tomorrow: Cloudy with rain ending in the afternoon. Cooler. High 48F. Winds N at 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain 100%. Rainfall near a quarter of an inch.

Tomorrow Sunrise: 5:51 AM               Tomorrow Sunset: 8:12 PM

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Season Pass Invitations were sent out 1 April 2026. Balance payments for all categories of seasons passes will be due by June 26, 2026.

As part of an “After-Action-Review” of last season, and identifying “best-practices” moving forward, effective this year, our guests are required to check-in and are strongly requested to check-out as well. This will enhance our efforts to achieve accurate snapshots of our guest population on the run in order to more accurately manage angler density so as to not exceed angler limits. Check-out may be as simple as stating “Season Pass Holder (last name) leaving for the day!” or “Party of four under (last name) leaving for the day!”.

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DSR Fishing Report for 04 May 2026:

REPORT:

The day started off cloudy through mid-morning then the sun came out.  We once again had a moderate number of guests join us on the run primarily in the morning.  The angling was slow today, at least for steelhead with some anglers with no takes, and just 1 0r 2 hookups for the remainder.  The majority of anglers I spoke with / or saw on the river this morning were targeting steelhead and not smallmouth.

WEATHER / CFS:

The current dam release is 350 CFS; it’s scheduled to bump up to 750 CFS as of 9:00pm this evening and remain there until 11:59pm tomorrow evening. The gauge at Pineville was at 488 CFS as of 6:00 PM.

Tonight: Partly cloudy this evening followed by increasing clouds with showers developing after midnight. Low 56F. Winds S at 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain 50%.

Tomorrow: Mixed clouds and sun with scattered thunderstorms. High 66F. Winds SW at 10 to 15 mph. Chance of rain 60%.

Tomorrow Sunrise: 5:52 AM                Tomorrow Sunset: 8:11 PM

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Season Pass Invitations were sent out 1 April 2026. Balance payments for all categories of seasons passes will be due by June 26, 2026.

As part of an “After-Action-Review” of last season, and identifying “best-practices” moving forward, effective this year, our guests are required to check-in and are strongly requested to check-out as well. This will enhance our efforts to achieve accurate snapshots of our guest population on the run in order to more accurately manage angler density so as to not exceed angler limits. Check-out may be as simple as stating “Season Pass Holder (last name) leaving for the day!” or “Party of four under (last name) leaving for the day!”.

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DSR Fishing Report for 03 May 2026:

REPORT:

A mostly sunny day with increasing afternoon clouds accompanied our guests on the run today.  We had a low to moderate number of anglers join us today; guests that specifically targeted steelhead had a slow to moderate day with most anglers hooking a fish or two using beads, streamers, or worms.  For those who targeted smallmouth, the fishing was good to excellent in most portions of the run, with the middle to lower sections hooking up most frequently.  Swim baits, small crank baits, squirmy worms, and night crawlers were the main baits used.

WEATHER / CFS:

The current dam release is 350 CFS; it’s  scheduled to stay at that flow until 11:59 PM on 05/04/2026. The gauge at Pineville was at 494 CFS as of 6:00 PM.

Tonight: Cloudy. Periods of light rain early. Low near 46F. Winds SSW at 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain 90%

Tomorrow: Cloudy skies early will become partly cloudy later in the day. Slight chance of a rain shower. High around 70F. Winds SW at 10 to 15 mph.

Tomorrow Sunrise: 5:54 AM                Tomorrow Sunset: 8:10 PM

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Season Pass Invitations were sent out 1 April 2026. Balance payments for all categories of seasons passes will be due by June 26, 2026.

As part of an “After-Action-Review” of last season, and identifying “best-practices” moving forward, effective this year, our guests are required to check-in and are strongly requested to check-out as well. This will enhance our efforts to achieve accurate snapshots of our guest population on the run in order to more accurately manage angler density so as to not exceed angler limits. Check-out may be as simple as stating “Season Pass Holder (last name) leaving for the day!” or “Party of four under (last name) leaving for the day!”.

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DSR Fishing Report for 02 May 2026:

REPORT:

We had a very similar day here on the run today to the last few days.  We had a moderate amount of guests join us, and the fishing was moderate to good.  Steelhead were brought to hand from the upper to the lower stretches using everything from beads and egg sacs, to spinners, wool buggers, squirmy worms, and night crawlers.  Even some of the smallmouth caught today were enticed by all of the above offerings.

WEATHER / CFS:

The current dam release is 350 CFS; it’s  scheduled to stay at that flow until 11:59 PM on 05/03/2026. The gauge at Pineville was at 531 CFS as of 6:00 PM.

Tonight: Some clouds. Widespread frost likely. Low near 35F. Winds WNW at 5 to 10 mph.

Tomorrow: Generally sunny despite a few afternoon clouds. High 54F. Winds WNW at 10 to 15 mph

Tomorrow Sunrise: 5:55 AM               Tomorrow Sunset: 8:09 PM

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Season Pass Invitations were sent out 1 April 2026. Full payment or a deposit will be required by today, April 30,  2026. Balance payments for all categories of seasons passes will be due by June 26, 2026.

As part of an “After-Action-Review” of last season, and identifying “best-practices” moving forward, effective this year, our guests are required to check-in and are strongly requested to check-out as well. This will enhance our efforts to achieve accurate snapshots of our guest population on the run in order to more accurately manage angler density so as to not exceed angler limits. Check-out may be as simple as stating “Season Pass Holder (last name) leaving for the day!” or “Party of four under (last name) leaving for the day!”.

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DSR Fishing Report for 01 May 2026:

REPORT:

Our angler density today would best be characterized as moderate and the angling success deemed slow.  Steelhead are still being caught, primarily from the middle to lower sections of the run; anglers who were specifically targeting smallmouth with spinning gear using small crankbaits did well.

WEATHER / CFS:

The current dam release is 350 CFS; it’s  scheduled to stay at that flow until 11:59 PM on 05/02/2026. The gauge at Pineville was at 531 CFS as of 6:00 PM.

Tonight: Showers early, then cloudy overnight. Low 37F. Winds light and variable. Chance of rain 50%.

Tomorrow: Cloudy skies early will become partly cloudy later in the day. High 47F. Winds W at 10 to 15 mph.

Tomorrow Sunrise: 5:56 AM                Tomorrow Sunset: 8:08 PM

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Season Pass Invitations were sent out 1 April 2026. Full payment or a deposit will be required by today, April 30,  2026. Balance payments for all categories of seasons passes will be due by June 26, 2026.

As part of an “After-Action-Review” of last season, and identifying “best-practices” moving forward, effective this year, our guests are required to check-in and are strongly requested to check-out as well. This will enhance our efforts to achieve accurate snapshots of our guest population on the run in order to more accurately manage angler density so as to not exceed angler limits. Check-out may be as simple as stating “Season Pass Holder (last name) leaving for the day!” or “Party of four under (last name) leaving for the day!”.

LODGE AVAILABILITY:

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