Red Bluff Diversion - Dam Salmon Viewing Plaza

Directions: Located on the east bank of the Sacramento River downstream from Red Bluff. The salmon viewing plaza can be reached by going E from Interstate 5 on Antelope Boulevard (Highway 36) to Salle Lane. Turn right (S) on Sale Lane at McDonalds and go 2-1/4 miles to the salmon viewing plaza.

Primary Wildlife: Salmon, steelhead, and other nongame fish.

Recreation and Education: TV viewing of salmon may best be observed from September through November from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Operation of the fish trap varies daily depending upon the number of fish, available April through November, Monday through Friday. The recreational area is normally open year round with limited camping available (for more information 916-824-5196). 24- hour updates on the fish counts at the dam are available by calling 916-527-1408 from April 1 to December 1. Picnic sites, boat launching ramps and restrooms are provided by the U.S. Forest Service Recreation Area.

Special Note: The salmon viewing plaza is open daily from April through November from 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Sale Lane
Red Bluff, CA 96080
(916) 527-3043