Fishing season opening day is a week from tomorrow! Are you ready to dust off your rod and reel and hit the currents here in Downieville? Miles our manager cannot wait to fish the North Yuba tributaries for the wild gems.

For those new to fishing this river and tributaries: There is a 5 fish limit on the North Yuba and many folks are successful at the confluence in Downieville by simply fishing with salmon eggs. The average fish size is 10 inches, but don't let that get you down! This river has several sections where it is stocked, but no stocking is done above Ladies Canyon.

The North Yuba is home to a "trophy" stretch which is located from Ladies Canyon to Sierra City. This section has a 2 trout limit and it must be over 10 inches to be kept. Anglers may use only artificial lures or flies with single barbless hooks. You will find beautiful wild fish that fight like they are larger than they really are.

Did you know that the North Yuba is open to fishing year round? In the off season, barbless artificial lures only are allowed and of course- catch and release.

We cannot wait to see rods on the river and wish everyone the best of luck this season!