Species Present: In the South Fork Trinity River, you can find Steelhead (summer and winter runs), Chinook (spring and fall runs). Coho salmon are scarce and are present below Grouse Creek.
Seasons: South Fork Trinity River downstream of the confluence with the East Fork of the South Fork Trinity River to the South Fork Trinity River Bridge at Hyampom, November 1 through March 31, only artificial lures with barbless hooks may be used. Daily Bag Limit: 0
South Fork Trinity River downstream of the South Fork Trinity River Bridge at Hyampom to the confluence with the Trinity River, November 1 through March 31. Daily Bag Limit: 0 Chinook salmon and two hatchery trout or hatchery steelhead. A hatchery trout or steelhead are those showing a healed adipose fin clip (adipose fin is absent). Unless otherwise provided, all other trout and steelhead must be immediately released. Wild trout or steelhead are those not showing healed adipose fin clip (adipose fin is present).
The river is subject to periodic closures and bag limit changes. Please consult the most up to date California Department of Fish and Game Fishing Regulations.
Access: Fishing access to South Fork Trinity River is good from South Fork Trinity River Bridge to Big Slide campground. Easy fishing access is available near the mouth of Pelletreau Creek, at Little Rock picnic area, and across from Eltapom Creek. Other sections have fairly good access, but are recommended for experienced waders.
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