The 2026 King Salmon season is almost here, and I couldn't be more excited!
I just returned from another incredible season on the Nushagak River in Alaska, where the fishing was outstanding and the rods stayed bent. Now it's time to switch gears and get everything dialed in for what is shaping up to be a fantastic 2026 California and Oregon King Salmon season.
I'll be on the water for opening day in the Sacramento Valley, chasing the first King Salmon of the season on the legendary Sacramento River. After opening week, I'll be heading north to Gold Beach, Oregon, where I'll spend the next month and a half targeting powerful Chinook Salmon at the mouth of the Rogue River. The Rogue consistently produces hard-fighting kings and is one of my favorite places to fish each summer.
Once the Oregon season wraps up, I'll return home to Northern California to spend the fall targeting King Salmon on both the Sacramento River and the Feather River. Fall is one of my favorite times of year, with fresh fish moving into the system and excellent opportunities for anglers of all experience levels.
Whether you're an experienced salmon fisherman or looking to catch your very first Chinook Salmon, I'd love to have you join me on the water. I provide quality equipment, years of local knowledge, and work hard to make every trip enjoyable and memorable.
Prime dates are still available, but they won't last long. If you've been thinking about booking a Sacramento River Salmon fishing trip, a Feather River King Salmon adventure, or a Gold Beach Rogue River Chinook charter, now is the time to reserve your spot.
I look forward to fishing with both returning clients and first-time anglers during what promises to be an outstanding 2026 King Salmon season!
Book your trip today and let's make some memories on the water!

Sacramento River King Salmon Fishing Report – 2026 Season Outlook 
The wait is finally over! After multiple years of closures and heavy restrictions, the 2026 California King Salmon season is shaping up to be one of the most anticipated salmon returns the Sacramento Valley has seen in years. Anglers searching for a Sacramento River Salmon Fishing Guide or Feather River Salmon Fishing Guide have reason to be excited as stronger Chinook forecasts and improved river conditions are bringing optimism back to Northern California fisheries.
Early reports and preseason forecasts are showing improved numbers of Sacramento River Fall Run Chinook Salmon, with fisheries managers projecting a stronger ocean abundance than the past several seasons. The reopening comes with brand-new 2026 management measures designed to protect the long-term future of California salmon while still allowing recreational opportunity.
Sacramento River Salmon OutlookFishing guides throughout the Sacramento Valley are expecting solid opportunities beginning in late summer and continuing into fall as fresh King Salmon push upriver. The best fishing is expected on:

• Sacramento River
• Feather River
• Upper Sacramento Valley stretches
• Key salmon staging areas near current breaks and cooler water

Trolling plugs, back bouncing roe, and anchovy presentations are expected to be top-producing techniques once salmon begin stacking into the river systems.
🎣 Ryan Tripp’s Guide Service – Sacramento River Salmon Fishing GuideRyan Tripp's Guide Service is preparing for a full salmon season targeting hard-fighting King Salmon on the Sacramento River and Feather River. With years of local experience fishing Northern California rivers, anglers can expect a fun, professional trip focused on putting clients on quality Chinook Salmon throughout the season.
Prime weekends and peak salmon dates are expected to book quickly as anglers return to the water after recent closures.
📍 Sacramento River & Feather River
🎣 Target Species: King Salmon / Chinook Salmon
📞 Call or Text: 530-635-3719
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The coastal rivers of Southern Oregon have finally had the push it needed with the rain we have received this week. The water has begun to flow and that means the fish are starting to push through. We have switched over to the drift boat this week and clients have had the pleasure to reel in fish upwards of 42 pounds.

​We will be chasing these kings for a few more weeks. If you would like to get in on this action, give me a call or text at 530-635-3719

The Sacramento River is producing some great quality kings this season. Day by day the numbers of fish pushing through the system is increasing and the clients could not be happier. I want to thank everyone who has come out so far this season and making this season one to remember.

Opening day of Salmon season did not disappoint this year. Did a little prospecting this morning with the crew and finished up the morning with six in the box, not to bad for opening day. If you would like more information, please call me
​530-635-3719 
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