Fishing reports for the Salmon River area
Fishing reports are available for the Salmon River area from the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, the Owsego County Tourism, and the Douglaston Salmon Run.
You can also a live view of the Salmon River at the Town Pool in Pulaski HERE.
Flow of the Salmon River available online
The flow of the Salmon River is available online. To see it click here. We have also added a link to this site on the Weather and Waves page of this site. You can also get the conditions by calling: 1-800-452-1742 and entering code 365123.
The USGS gage at Pineville is here. The old format of the gage is here.
Lower and Upper Fly Zone Regulations of the Salmon River
The lower fly fishing catch-and-release zone of the Salmon River (area above County Rte. 52 bridge in Altmar) is open September 15 to May 15. The upper fly zone of the Salmon River (adjacent to County Rte. 22) is open from April 1 to November 30. See the Regulations page for more information.
Free Fishing Days 2025
Free fishing days offer New York residents and non-residents who are 16 and older* to fish without a freshwater fishing license (*Kids under 16 can always fish for free!).
2025 Free Fishing Days Schedule
- February 15-16 (President’s Day Weekend)
- June 28-29
- September 27 (National Hunting and Fishing Day)
- November 11 (Veterans Day)
These days offer the perfect opportunity to try out fishing for the first time, to get back into the sport, or to take a friend or the whole family along to fish! Even though a license is not needed, all other fishing regulations apply.
Lower Fly Section to remain closed Through October 31st.
The NYDEC has announced new measures to combat low water levels and high water temperatures.
The lower fly section of the Salmon River will remain closed through October 31 due to unusually low water levels and elevated water temperatures. This closure is intended to help more fish navigate the lower section of the river and reach the hatchery waters. It will ensure a successful salmon spawn and egg collection, which are essential for maintaining a healthy fishery for years to come. The upper fly section, which begins just above the hatchery, will remain open as normal. The NYDEC has also adjusted the whitewater release schedule to ensure there is adequate flow to support a healthy and successful salmon run.