Nor Cal Fish Report
Mad River Fish Report for 12-4-2025


The Mad was closed as of last week and looks to remain closed throughout the weekend

Mad River - Arcata, CA


by Kenny Priest
12-4-2025
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The Mad was closed as of last week and looks to remain closed throughout the weekend and into early next week. Prior to closing, fresh kings were making their way into the lower river. With the next rise, we should see the first push of winter steelhead. Minimum flow: 200 cfs at the gauging station at the Highway 299 bridge.


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