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Smith River Fish Report for 2-20-2025


The Smith dropped into shape Wednesday

Smith River - Smith River, CA (Del Norte County)


by Kenny Priest
2-20-2025
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The Smith dropped into shape Wednesday, when some boats chose to plunk and other drifted the high flows. With no rain until the late Saturday, conditions should be excellent the next few days. Another big rise is forecast for Sunday, with flows reaching 21,000 cfs (15.2 feet) at the Jed Smith gauge. Boat traffic should be lighter as the Chetco will begin to fish on Friday.



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Nor Cal Fish Reports Reports
for Thursday, February 20th

Mad River: As of Thursday, the Mad was just above 11 feet (5,500 cfs) and starting to drop
Eel River: The main stem Eel was running at 20,500 cfs as of Thursday, and is still big and muddy
Eel River - South Fork: The South Fork should be down to a fishable height by early or mid-next week
Van Duzen River: The Van Duzen is on the drop following a peak of 2,500 cfs Wednesday near Bridgeville

Nor Cal Fish Reports Reports
for Thursday, February 13th

Mad River: The Mad was creeping towards decent color, but was back on the rise as of Thursday morning
Eel River: Predicted to peak Friday afternoon at nearly 74,000 cfs
Eel River - South Fork: The South Fork was emerald green in the Leggett area before the rains returned overnight Wednesday
Van Duzen River: Predicted to reach 11,500 cfs early Friday morning
Smith River: Conditions should be excellent Saturday
Chetco River: Steelhead fishing remains sluggish on the Chetco, but there are a few fish around