Mad River Fish Report

The Mad was on a slight rise as of Thursday morning

Mad River - Arcata, CA

by Kenny Priest
11-20-2025
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The Mad was on a slight rise as of Thursday morning and is forecast to reach 1,100 cfs in the afternoon. It’s forecast to drop through the weekend and into early next week before the rain returns mid-next week. There are reportedly fresh salmon making their way into the river. Minimum flow: 200 cfs at the gauging station at the Highway 299 bridge. cnrfc.noaa.gov/graphicalRVF.php?id=ARCC1

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for Thursday, November 6th

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Eel River: Peaked at 5,960 cfs early Thursday morning, but came in below projections
Eel River - South Fork: The South Fork opened to angling Tuesday, and peaked at 2,300 cfs Wednesday afternoon
Van Duzen River: The Van Duzen opened to angling Wednesday as flows climbed to 2,530 cfs
Smith River: The Smith opened back up Tuesday and boats were back on the water Wednesday
Chetco River: The Chetco fished well Monday and Tuesday, before blowing out Tuesday evening