Klamath River - Upper - CA - Hornbrook, CA

River Information

Elevation:4090 ft.
Fish Species: Chinook Salmon, Steelhead, Rainbow Trout, Redband Trout
The Upper Klamath River, Hornbrook, CA, is a river in significant transition due to the ongoing Klamath Dam Removal Project. Historically, it held rainbow/brown trout and received Chinook salmon/steelhead runs. Post-dam removal, future angling will target these species as the river naturalizes. Water flows and clarity are currently impacted by dam removal; checking real-time data is critical. Angling techniques include drift fishing and plug fishing for anadromous species, or fly/spin fishing for trout. Access may be restricted near construction. Anglers must strictly adhere to dynamic CDFW regulations, as conservation is paramount during this restoration period.



Latest Fish Reports

Date Report Author
11-23-2024 Threatened Coho Salmon Return to Upper Klamath River Basin for First Time in More Than 60 Years
CDFW releases 270,000 fall-run Chinook salmon into Fall... more »
California Department of Fish & Wildlife
10-18-2024 Klamath River Chinook Salmon Reoccupying Historic Habitat, Spawning Above Former Dam Locations
The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW)... more »
California Department of Fish & Wildlife
8-29-2024 Klamath River Fishery Plan Calls for Wild, Self-Sustaining Salmon, Steelhead Populations in Newly Undammed River
The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW)... more »
California Department of Fish & Wildlife
5-24-2024 CDFW Releases More Than 2 Million Chinook Salmon Into Klamath River
The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW)... more »
California Department of Fish & Wildlife
4-18-2024 CDFW Releases 500,000 Juvenile Salmon into Klamath River
Media Note: A link to download video from... more »
California Department of Fish & Wildlife


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