Where can I catch Salmon in Stardew Valley?

Salmon can be caught at River. Found in rivers during fall. One of the more accessible fall fish.

What season is Salmon available?

Salmon is available during Fall from 6:00 AM - 7:00 PM. It appears in any weather.

How much does Salmon sell for?

Salmon has a base sell price of 75g. With the Angler profession (+25%), it sells for 93g. Silver quality sells for 93g, Gold for 112g, and Iridium for 150g.

How hard is it to catch Salmon?

Salmon has a difficulty rating of 50, a moderate challenge. It has Mixed behavior. A relatively easy fish that's common in fall. Great for building up fishing experience or completing bundles.

Salmon

Swims upstream to spawn. This iconic fish makes one of nature's most challenging migrations.

Fall Medium (50)

Base Price

75g

Where & When to Find Salmon

Location

River

Found in rivers during fall. One of the more accessible fall fish.

Time & Conditions

6:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Any weather

Difficulty & Catching Strategy

Difficulty: 50

Medium

Moderate challenge

EasyHardLegend (110)

Mixed Behavior

Unpredictable movement that alternates between different patterns. Requires adaptability.

Tip: Stay centered and react to changes. Don't commit too heavily to one direction.

Expert Tips for Salmon

A relatively easy fish that's common in fall. Great for building up fishing experience or completing bundles.

Recommended Tackle

Spinner

Faster bite rate

Best for: Farming XP quickly

Barbed Hook

Clinging to fish

Best for: Smooth/mixed behavior fish

Tackle requires an Iridium Rod. Purchase from Willy's shop at Fishing Level 6.

Sell Prices by Quality

Angler: Inactive

Quality	Price	Multiplier
Normal	75g	1.0x
Silver	93g	1.25x
Gold	112g	1.5x
Iridium	150g	2.0x

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Angler's Pro Tip

River, Fall only, 6am-7pm, any weather. Seasonal fish.

Strategy Analysis (v1.6)

75g, 50 difficulty. Fall-only. Stock up for recipes and bundles.

Best TackleAny

DifficultyEasy

RaritySeasonal

Uses for Salmon

Salmon Dinner ingredient
Sashimi
Quality fertilizer

Did You Know?

Real salmon are anadromous, meaning they're born in freshwater, live in the ocean, and return to freshwater to spawn.