Arizona Fish Report
Eel River Fish Report for 1-1-2026


The Eel dipped below 13,000 cfs at Scotia Thursday, but another big rise is on the way

Eel River - Fortuna, CA


by Kenny Priest
1-1-2026
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The Eel dipped below 13,000 cfs at Scotia Thursday, but another big rise is on the way. Flows are expected to surpass 85,000 cfs Sunday night. Will need at least a couple weeks of dry weather once it starts to drop before it comes down to a fishable height.


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