Salmon is a valuable fall fish that can be caught in Stardew Valley This guide will explain all the different places and methods you can use to catch salmon and add it to your collection
River
The main place to find salmon is in the river during fall The river runs through Pelican Town past Leah’s cottage and down to the beach You can catch salmon here from 6am to 7pm as long as it is fall and the weather is normal.
Salmon will be mixed in with other fall river fish like smallmouth bass and bullhead. Make sure to use bait and tackle to improve your fishing skill and catch the faster salmon before they get away. The river is the most reliable place to find salmon in bulk.
Secret Woods
The secret woods has a small pond that can contain salmon in fall. This is located north of the farm past Marnie’s ranch. Salmon don’t appear as frequently here compared to the main river, but it can be another spot to catch them.
Waterfalls
An interesting place to find salmon is in the waterfalls in the south of Cindersap Forest. Salmon will be swimming here during fall at any time of day, unlike the river where they are restricted to daytime hours. This makes the waterfalls a good spot if you need some salmon in the evening or night.
Fish Ponds
Once you have the materials to construct them, fish ponds can be a renewable source of salmon. Build a pond on your farm and stock it with 1-3 salmon initially. Every few days the pond will produce 1-3 roe which are also worth a good price.
With enough ponds you can have a steady output of salmon and roe without having to fish for them directly.
Garbage Cans
Check the garbage cans around Pelican Town in fall, as you may randomly find a discarded salmon. The cans by the blacksmith and museum are particularly useful to check. Make sure to rummage through them on rainy days when the fish are washed out.
Traveling Cart
Every Friday and Sunday, the traveling cart stops by Stardew Valley. Check her stock for random fish including salmon which will show up from time to time. She usually charges around 500-1000 gold per salmon.
Fishing Quests
Occasionally you’ll see a quest on the bulletin board outside Pierre’s shop requesting a specific fish. In fall, there is a chance the requested fish will be 1-4 salmon. These quests are from Willy or Demetrius and reward 75 gold per salmon returned.
Item Delivery Quest
A help wanted quest may appear asking for a single salmon to be delivered. Check the board in fall for this quest which rewards 225 gold and 150 friendship points for giving the person 1 salmon.
Summary
- The river during fall 6am-7pm is the most reliable spot.
- Check the secret woods pond.
- Fish the waterfalls in Cindersap Forest at any hour.
- Use fish ponds to breed salmon.
- Check garbage cans and traveling cart periodically.
- Complete fishing quests when they request salmon.
- Watch for the salmon delivery quest.
Every Void Salmon Fishing Location In Stardew Valley
Like the Goby in Stardew Valley, Void Salmon is unique compared to most other fish; you can only catch Void Salmon in one location. You wont be able to start your Void Salmon Fish Pond until you unlock the Witchs Swamp. The Witchs Swamp is a secret area accessed by the Railroad, leading to the magical Witchs Hut.
By the time you get to the Witchs Swamp, you should have an Iridium Rod to better help your chances of catching this highly difficult fish. If you dont have an Iridium Rod yet, make sure to buy one.
Once youve gotten into the Witchs Swamp, throw your fishing line into the blue waters and wait for a bite. Youll likely catch a lot of Void Mayonnaise; if it is raining, you may even get a 
Catfish. However, on a typical day, the Void Salmon is the only fish in the waters of the Witchs Swamp. It has a Difficulty of 80 but Mixed behavior, so if you are a skilled fisherman, you should quickly obtain your first Void Salmon.
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FAQ
Where is the best place to find salmon in Stardew Valley?
It can be caught in the waterfalls in southern Cindersap Forest during Fall at any time. Salmon can be caught regardless of time of day or season using Magic Bait.
What season is salmon in Stardew Valley?
| Name | Description | Season |
|---|---|---|
| Salmon | Swims upstream to lay its eggs. | Fall |
| Walleye | A freshwater fish caught at night. | Fall Winter with Rain Totem |
| Perch | A freshwater fish of the winter. | Winter |
| Carp | A common pond fish. | All Seasons |
Where can I catch the most salmon?
Alaska. Alaska is frequently thought of as the best place in the world to fish for salmon. All 5 species of Pacific salmon can be found in Alaska and also in Katmai National Park which is one of the most popular places in the country to fish.
Where can I buy salmon dinner in Stardew Valley?
Salmon Dinner is a cooked dish. It is prepared using either the kitchen inside an upgraded farmhouse or a Cookout Kit. Salmon Dinner may randomly appear in Krobus’ shop on Saturdays, in the Garbage Can outside the saloon, or in the Stardrop Saloon’s rotating stock.