Every fall, salmon come home to Scott Valley. This year the run is building fast. Net upstream passage at the Scott River counting facility reached 692 adult fall Chinook through Oct 29, 2026, more than double the 291 counted a week earlier, according to the California Department of Fish and Wildlife's Oct 30 update reported by Siskiyou News. The first coho of the season has also passed the Shasta River weir.
Why it matters here
The Scott River runs the length of the valley, and these fish are part of its story, from the first peoples who fished it to the families who farm along it today. Our Indigenous history of Scott Valley post is a good place to start.
Watching salmon with care
- Watch from public places, and respect private land along the river.
- Stay out of the water where fish are spawning, and keep dogs on a leash near the bank.
- Follow CDFW rules if you plan to fish.
Fishing the Klamath
Salmon fishing returned to the Klamath River Basin in 2026 after three straight years of closure (Contra Costa News). Seasons and quotas change during the year, so check current CDFW rules before any trip. For a guided day, see our Klamath River fishing guide.
A salmon-season weekend at Blossom
- Morning: Coffee, then a drive along the river roads while the fog lifts.
- Afternoon: Lunch in Etna and a slow loop from our Scott Valley drives post.
- Evening: Back at Blossom Sanctuary for dinner and a sky full of stars.
Check dates at Blossom and catch the valley at its most alive.
More for November in Siskiyou
Cut Your Own Christmas Tree in the Klamath National Forest (2026 Permit Guide)
Ashland Festival of Light 2026: A Holiday Day Trip from Etna
Thanksgiving Weekend in Siskiyou: Mt. Shasta Winter Magic, Yreka's Parade and a Stay in Etna
Holiday Shopping in Siskiyou 2026: Craft Faires, Pink Friday and Small Business Saturday
