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Richard Cronin National Salmon Station

The Richard Cronin National Salmon Station is critical to the Atlantic salmon restoration program. This is where the egg starts. Each spring, adult Atlantic salmon trapped at the Holyoke Dam on the Connecticut River and the DSI Dam on the Westfield River are taken to the Cronin Salmon Station. Upon arrival, the salmon are weighed, measured, tagged, and vaccinated. They are then gently eased into their indoor pools, where they rest until spawning in the fall. In October and November, when the…

  • Managed by: Fish and Wildlife Service
  • Coordinates: 42.43199921, -72.54170227

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Frequently asked questions

Is Richard Cronin National Salmon Station reservable?

Richard Cronin National Salmon Station is primarily first-come, first-served. Use the availability view to gauge how busy it is before you go.

Where is Richard Cronin National Salmon Station?

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