Sacramento River - Red Bluff - Red Bluff, CA

River Information

Fish Species: Chinook Salmon
The Sacramento River at Red Bluff is a prime Northern California fishery offering year-round opportunities for Chinook salmon, steelhead, striped bass, and resident rainbow trout. Fall-run Chinook salmon attract anglers from across the state, with drifting roe, plugs, and spinners proving effective in deep pools and gravel runs.

Steelhead provide strong winter and spring action, particularly for fly and drift anglers. Resident rainbow trout offer consistent sport throughout the year. In late spring and summer, striped bass migrate into this section, creating dynamic fishing for boat and shore anglers alike.

Key access points include Jelly’s Ferry, the Barge Hole, and the Red Bluff Boat Launch. Flows are regulated by upstream reservoirs and can impact fishing conditions—monitor current flow data before planning a trip.

Anglers must adhere to specific regulations that vary by season and species. Understanding local rules and closures is essential for targeting anadromous fish legally and responsibly.

With diverse species, scenic surroundings, and a range of angling techniques available, the Sacramento River at Red Bluff is one of California’s most productive and accessible river fisheries.



Latest Photos

Photo Credit: Justin Thompson
3-16-2025
Photo Credit: Justin Thompson
3-16-2025
Photo Credit: Justin Thompson
3-16-2025
Photo Credit: Justin Thompson
3-16-2025

Sacramento River - Red Bluff Whoppers

Species Weight Date Report
Chinook Salmon 24 lbs. 9-04-2020 View Report
Chinook Salmon 16 lbs. 14 oz. 9-20-2016 View Report


Latest Fish Reports

Date Report Author
5-20-2025 Rogue River summer time king salmon!!
it's time to book your king salmon trips... more »
Justin Thompson
3-29-2025 Here we go! Stripers are here!
Here we go! Stripers are here! Above Butte... more »
Kevin Brock
3-16-2025 Gold beach Oregon Summer time king salmon season!!
with California once again not going to have... more »
Justin Thompson
9-4-2020 Still grinding away on the Sac River Kings
We're fishing every day and although we're seeing... more »
Jeff Goodwin
8-18-2020 Sacramento River Kings march north!
Its time for some good numbers of salmon... more »
Jeff Goodwin

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