Chinook spawning occurs in the Rogue Valley from October – January, with peak viewing times in October and November. Take advantage of a unique opportunity to get outside and observe this natural wonder. See map and descriptions below for suggested viewing locations.
Please view salmon from a distance. Spawning season is a stressful time for fish, and any disturbance can be very harmful. Polarized glasses will aid in viewing. It is best to view from a bridge or creek/riverbank, not in the water. Thank you!
Mainstem Rogue River
- McGregor Park
- Touvelle State Park
- Valley of the Rogue State Park
- Pedestrian bridge at Reinhart Park in Grants Pass
- Rainie Falls
Upper Rogue River
- Crowfoot Road bridge as it crosses Big Butte Creek just east of Highway 62
- Elk Creek – river mile 3.0 to 8.5
Little Butte Creek
- Lake Creek Pioneer Hall and Grange
- Harnish Wayside (Eagle Point)
- Denman Wildlife Area
Bear Creek
- North Mountain Park (Ashland)
- Oak Street Dam (Ashland)
- Lynn Newbry Park (Talent)
- Blue Heron Park (Phoenix)
- Coyote Trails Nature Center at US Cellular Community Park (Medford)
- Bear Creek Park (Medford)
- Hawthorne Park (Medford)
- Rogue Valley Mall (Medford)
- Pine Street Bridge (Central Point)