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Idaho Fish and Game

South Fork Salmon River - Posted Boundary 50 Yards Downstream of Jakie Creek Bridge to South Fork Salmon River Weir (Summer 2026)

Summer run
 Season dates and limits are subject to change at any time. Check back for current status.
Season Status:
Open, limited days per week
Season Dates:
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Fishing Days:

Fishing for Chinook Salmon on the South Fork Salmon River will be open four days per week, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.

Daily Limit:
Four (4) Chinook Salmon per day, only one (1) may be an adult
Possession Limit:
Twelve (12) Chinook Salmon, only three (3) may be adults
Season Limit
Ten (10) adult Chinook Salmon
Harvest Allowed
Adults
Jacks
Adipose Fin Clipped
Season Status Details

The fishery will be open from the posted boundary 50 yards downstream of the Jakie Creek Bridge near Reed Ranch Landing Strip upstream approximately 23 miles to the posted boundary approximately 100 yards downstream from the Idaho Fish and Game South Fork Salmon River weir and trap.

Seasons change quickly. Check the current status before going fishing.

South Fork Salmon River - 50 Yards Downstream of Jakie Creek Bridge to South Fork Salmon River Weir

River:
Lower Bound:
Posted boundary 50 Yards Downstream of Jakie Creek Bridge near Reed Ranch Landing Strip
Upper Bound:
Posted boundary approximately 100 yards downstream from the Idaho Fish and Game South Fork Salmon River weir and trap