Mad River Fish Report

The Mad was under 10 feet as of Thursday, but is still high and off color

Mad River - Arcata, CA

by Kenny Priest
2-27-2025
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The Mad was under 10 feet as of Thursday, but is still high and off color. It’s forecast to drop through Sunday morning when the next round of rain is forecast to arrive. It should have a hint of green by Saturday, but still pushy. Over 150 steelhead arrived at the hatchery Tuesday, so there’s still plenty of fresh fish making their way in.

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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
Smith River: The Smith dropped into shape Wednesday
Chetco River: Steelhead fishing continues to be fair at best on the Chetco

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