Sacramento River - CA

River Information
Fish Species: | American Shad, Chinook Salmon, White Sturgeon, Steelhead, Striped Bass, Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout, Green Sturgeon |
The Sacramento River, CA, is the state's most vital waterway, offering a vast and diverse fishery. It is renowned for its significant runs of Chinook salmon and steelhead, complemented by robust populations of striped bass and seasonal American Shad. Resident species include various catfish and bass. Angling techniques vary widely by section; conventional methods dominate for salmon and striped bass, while fly fishing is paramount for steelhead and resident trout in cooler upper reaches. Success is critically dependent on monitoring real-time water flows (regulated by dams) and temperature, which dictate migratory patterns and fish activity. Extensive access points exist, but adherence to complex CDFW regulations is mandatory for sustainable practice.
Sacramento River Whoppers
Species | Weight | Date | Report |
Chinook Salmon | 34 lbs. | 9-21-2018 | View Report |
Chinook Salmon | 31 lbs. | 8-28-2018 | View Report |
Chinook Salmon | 31 lbs. | 10-03-2018 | View Report |
Chinook Salmon | 28 lbs. | 9-13-2018 | View Report |
Chinook Salmon | 21 lbs. | 10-03-2018 | View Report |
Chinook Salmon | 20 lbs. | 10-10-2018 | View Report |
Striped Bass | 7 lbs. | 4-25-2017 | View Report |
Striped Bass | 6 lbs. | 4-16-2017 | View Report |
Striped Bass | 5 lbs. | 4-25-2017 | View Report |
Striped Bass | 3 lbs. | 4-16-2017 | View Report |
Latest Fish Reports
Date | Report | Author |
6-17-2025 | Fishing has been slow at times on the Lower Sacramento Flows from Keswick will be rising to 12,000... more » |
The Fly Shop |
6-13-2025 | Sacramento River wild rainbow trout!! The Sacramento River in Redding ca, is at... more » |
Justin Thompson |
6-4-2025 | Upper Sacramento River Updates The river is dropping somewhat with flows between... more » |
The Fly Shop |
6-4-2025 | Lower Sacramento Updates Keswick is now releasing 8,500 CFS with no... more » |
The Fly Shop |
6-3-2025 | Rogue River king salmon fishing 🎣 🎣 Chase the Kings of the Coast in... more » |
Justin Thompson |
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