DSR Fishing Report:

Saturday, September 12th  AM

Tomorrow Sunrise: 6:41am

Tomorrow Sunset: 7:22pm

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 236 CFS as of 12:30/PM. Water temperature this  morning was  62 F.

In the Upper Section, angling success was described as quiet to slow. Fish species reported were Kings. The fish present were actively moving upriver. Angler density in this section was described as none to moderate.

In the Middle Section, angling success was described as slow to good. Fish species reported were Kings. The fish present were actively moving upriver. Angler density in this section was described as moderate to high.

In the Lower Section, angling success was described as moderate to good. Fish species reported were Kings. The fish present were actively moving upriver and holding in pools in the estuary. Angler density in this section was described as low to 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

The forecast for tonight is: A steady rain this evening. Showers continuing overnight. Low 66F. Winds SSE at 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain 60%. Rainfall near a quarter of an inch. Locally heavy rainfall possible.

The forecast for tomorrow is: Chance of a shower or two during the morning, followed by partly cloudy skies in the afternoon. High 76F. Winds WSW at 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain 30%. 

Featured below is Scott with a beautiful Atlantic Salmon. Guided by DSR guide Brian Ferman of High Hook Guide Service.    

Premium Pass Availability for Sunday: 3 passes are available

Walk-Up, Full Day Pass Availability for Saturday: Available

Walk-Up, Afternoon Pass Availability for Saturday: 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 spawning fish Keep fish in water to avoid harming them prior to release