September 12, 2026

DSR Fishing Report:

Saturday, September 12th / PM

Tomorrow Sunrise: 6:42am

Tomorrow Sunset: 7:20pm

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 228 CFS as of 5:00 PM. Water temperature this  morning was  62 F / 67 F PM.

In the Upper Section, angling success was described as Quiet . Fish species reported were Kings. The fish present were actively holding in pools. Angler density in this section was described as low.

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

In the Lower Section, angling success was described as slow Fish species reported were Kings.  The fish present were actively holding in pools and moving upriver.  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: 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:  A shower or two possible early with partly cloudy skies in the afternoon. High 76F. Winds WSW at 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain 40%.

Premium Pass Availability for Sunday: 1 passes are available

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

Walk-Up, Afternoon Pass Availability for Sunday: Available

Pictured below is Chris with a nice King.  Chris was being guided by Erik Barton.  Below right is Autumn with a beautiful King.

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

74° / Clouds

Sunrise: 6:40am

Sunset: 7:21pm

228 CFS Pineville Gauge

750 CFS Dam Release

Clouds