River report · Yosemite
Oct 16, 2026
Merced River (Yosemite)
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Freestone Sierra river through Yosemite Valley; best after snowmelt drops.
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Fish activity · 90 days
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High-country water — minimal migrating waterfowl.
Mallard 
Pro tip
Summer terrestrial and small stimulators in pocket water.
Maps & area info
Google MapsMap, satellite view and directions to Merced River (Yosemite), Mariposa County, CaliforniaonX HuntPrivate and public land boundaries — open the map and search "Merced River (Yosemite)"CDFW Lands ViewerInteractive map of state wildlife areas, ecological reserves and boat rampsRegion 4 hunting mapsOfficial unit, blind and check-station maps for this part of the stateCDFW hunting mapsStatewide map library for deer, waterfowl and public hunting groundsRecreation.govLaunches, campgrounds and day-use permits near this waterCalTopoFree map viewer built on government layers — search the area name
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