DSR Fishing Report for 17 January 2026: The current dam release at 4:30pm was 750 CFS scheduled until 01/18/26 9:00pm; then the  flow will be increased to 1200 CFS through 1/18/26 11:59pm. The Pineville gauge is currently 1080 CFS as of 4:30pm. The water temperature was not available this morning.

REPORT:

The volume of anglers on the run today was high. Angling success was slow this morning to moderate and somewhat good this afternoon with most of the success coming in the middle of the run. As the temperature went up, so did the bite. Steelhead was landed on both flies and egg sacks, at least one Brown was also landed.

WEATHER:

The forecast for tonight: Mainly cloudy with snow showers around this evening. Low 22F. Winds WSW at 10 to 15 mph. Chance of snow 60%.   The forecast for tomorrow:  Partly cloudy skies in the morning will give way to cloudy skies during the afternoon. A few flurries or snow showers possible. High near 25F. Winds WSW at 5 to 10 mph.   Sunrise:  7:34am         Sunset:  4:56pm  

NOTE:

  Due to the potential for lake effect snow, and other forms of inclement weather conditions during the winter season, please monitor the weather site forecasts (use national, area-wide, and local sites) for Pulaski, NY (zip code 13142) before getting on the road; remember that lake effect snow typically occurs in relatively narrow bands, and that immediately adjacent areas may be clear of snow, therefore look at the forecast for the general area as well when planning your travel.  

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Daily Access Fishing Pass Availability and pass price guide: https://douglastonsalmonrun.com/fishing/ LINK to Purchasing Instructions & FAQ: https://mailchi.mp/douglastonsalmonrun/2026passrelease  

2026 DAILY ACCESS FISHING PASS RELEASE DATES:

  - 1 January through 27 August 2026 fishing passes are currently available - 28 August – 30 September 2026 fishing passes released for sale Monday 19 Jan 2026 - enter queue at 5:30 PM, sales begin at 6 PM - October fishing passes released for sale Wednesday 21 January 2026 - enter queue at 5:30 PM, sales begin at 6 PM - Premium Access Passes (11 Sep – 29 October) released Friday 23 January 2026 - enter queue at 5:30 PM, sales begin at 6 PM (only Premium Access will be sold on the 23rd) Season Pass Renewals will begin March 1st, 2026. Full payment or a deposit will be required by March 31st, 2026. Balance payments will be due by June 26th, 2026.

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/ Prime time (September through November) 2026 lodging dates which are currently available for immediate booking (call for status and assistance in securing reservations).  

Steve being Guided by Mike Ford of Reel Attached guide service