Smith River Fish Report - Smith River - The Smith saw a slight bump in flows from Wednesday’s rain but is now under 9 feet

The Smith saw a slight bump in flows from Wednesday’s rain but is now under 9 feet

Smith River - Smith River, CA (Del Norte County)

by Kenny Priest
3-5-2026
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The Smith saw a slight bump in flows from Wednesday’s rain but is now under 9 feet at the Jed Smith gauge. It’s predicted to drop through the weekend, making for some low, clear conditions. Fishing pressure has been very light as most boats are on the Chetco. A rise in flows is predicted for next Thursday, and it will be much needed by then.

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