Klamath River Basin sees dramatic increase in fall Chinook returns
The numbers from this year’s fall Chinook salmon run tell a striking story. By mid-October 2024, the Shasta River had counted 1,871 adult Chinook salmon. At nearly the same point in 2025, that number stands at 5,745 – more than triple last year’s count.
Year-to-Year Comparison
Shasta River: 1,871 (2024) → 5,745 (2025)
Scott River: 81 (2024) → 1,639 (2025)
Bogus Creek: 56 (2024) → 323 (2025)
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