Now Booking 2025 Feather River Salmon Trips. Feather River Salmon Fishing guides

Feather River Salmon Fishing July 16 - Oct 31

Feather River is renowned for its salmon fishing opportunities, attracting anglers from various regions. The year 2025 promises to be an exciting time for fishing enthusiasts, with various factors influencing the salmon population and fishing conditions. Great water conditions, A closed commercial season and a limited ocean fishery points to a strong return of King Salmon to the Feather River. We have daily trips available 7 days a week.

Feather River Salmon Species

The primary species of salmon found in the Feather River include:

• Chinook Salmon: Known for their size and strength, they are typically available summer through fall. Average fish size is 10-30lbs.

Best Fishing Seasons

The fishing seasons for salmon on the Feather River generally align with their spawning cycles:

• Fall Run: Typically from July to October for Chinook Salmon.

• Spring Run: Usually occurring from April to June.

Fishing Techniques

Successful fishing techniques for salmon in the Feather River we will be using include:

• Drift Fishing: Using natural baits like roe, Side drifted, boondoggling, and floats.

• Back Trolling: A popular method for working fast runs, deep holes that Feather River salmon like to hang out in.

Feather River Salmon Fishing Regulations and Licenses

All you need is a California Fishing License, no stamps or report cards are required. Salmon Season is open July 16 - Oct 31 split up in two sections upstream from the 99 bridge. The Feather River has already received a good Spring run return as the fall run begins to make their way into the system.

Fully Guided Feather River Salmon Fishing Trips

Feather River offers a unique and rewarding salmon fishing experience in 2025. With proper planning, adherence to regulations, and the right techniques, anglers can enjoy a successful fishing season.