Smith River Fishing Charters

Winter fishing on Smith River is all about Steelhead! As long as the water is clear and there hasn’t been any rain in the previous week, you’re good to go and catch yourself some fish.

In February, Steelhead is still biting left and right. Whether you fish from the bank or from a boat, chances are you’ll be able to hook a fish that can weigh anywhere from 5–15 pounds.

As spring approaches, the Steelhead winter run on Smith River is coming to a close. You can still catch your share of solid-sized fish, as long as you know where to cast your line.

Spring has definitely come to Northern California, and Smith River fishing is on the slow side these days. You can still find Steelhead here and there, usually in the upper parts of the river.

May is possibly the slowest month on Smith River, because it’s becoming too warm for Steelhead, and Salmon fishing is still some time away. Try hitting the nearby Klamath River for some action.

You can come to the river to enjoy its incredible scenery, redwoods, and stunning views, but be sure to keep any expectations you have about the fishing at this time of year modest!

In the ocean, Chinook Salmon are slowly preparing for their pre-spawning trip upstream. This means you can target this delicious fish at the mouth of Smith River and see what you’ll find at the end of your line.

Slowly, but surely, the Chinook fall run is approaching, which means that some serious fishing action is at hand. You can find a Chinook here and there, as well as Coho Salmon in the river.

Fall is here and so are Chinook (aka King) Salmon! The excitement is in the air, and as days go by, you’ll see more and more anglers coming to the river, hoping to get a taste of the action.

The Salmon extravaganza is in full swing and the number of fish in the river is remarkable! Around this time, you can see more and more massive Kings roaming the river, and the fishing is only getting better.

Many locals agree that November is THE month for Chinook Salmon fishing on Smith River. Hit the water for the sheer thrill of hooking a trophy, which could weigh up to a magnificent 60 pounds!

The fall Salmon run is at its end, so be sure to make the most of it while the fish are still there. Don’t worry though: as the Chinook leave, Steelhead will be back with a bang and the fishing adventures continue!