In Northern California the lower Yuba river, below Daguerre Dam, is some of the best Shad fishing we have.

The water is usually very clear and it is a small river, like a trout stream.

Most go with guides in jet boats or in their own jet boats.

Access on that river below the dam is not common.

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Here is some video that might give you the feel for it's beauty

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T_uG6uhJnFk

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