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Washington Fishing Reports

Washington Fishing Reports

Marine Area 10 Chinook Opens Again Saturday, April 11th
Puget Sound Region

Marine Area 10 Chinook Opens Again Saturday, April 11th

Our local waters here in Seattle are opening back up for one additional day of Chinook retention this Saturday! The initial 4-day opener starting on April 1st yielded some great fishing, and while sub-legal encounters were creeping up there after the first four days, it looks like we get one more shot at Marine Area 10 salmon fishing this spring! Marine Area 11 will still be open for the period after for a while, so Seattle based anglers can make a short run on nice weather days and get their fishing in after the Saturday opener.  April salmon fishery in Marine Area 10 (Seattle-Bremerton Area) reopens for one additional day on Saturday, April 11 only OLYMPIA – Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) fishery managers announced a one-day extension to Chinook salmon fishing in Marine Area 10 (Seattle-Bremerton Area) on Saturday, April 11. Chinook catch estimates for the Marine Area 10 salmon fishery indicate that through April 4, 78% (3,507 of 4,491) of the total encounters, 38% (1,423 of 3,713) of total sub-legal encounters – Chinook under the 22-inch minimum size – and 79% (762 of 967) of total unmarked encounters have been reached. Based on daily catch rates, sufficient quota remains to allow for this additional opening of hatchery-marked Chinook retention. Marine Area 10 was open for salmon fishing April 1 through April 4 and then closed until estimates were finalized. The decision to reopen Area 10 on April 11 was made by WDFW fishery managers, after consulting with the Puget Sound sportfishing advisory group and members of the public. Marine Area 11 (Tacoma-Vashon Island) remains open four days per week – Wednesdays through Saturdays only – through April 30 or until the guidelines are met. Commencement Bay (east of a line from Cliff House Restaurant to Sperry Ocean Dock) in Marine Area 11 is closed to salmon fishing. Marine Area 13 (South Puget Sound) is also open year-round for salmon fishing, and both hatchery-marked Chinook and coho may be retained. In Marine Area 11, catch estimates for the Chinook fishery through April 4, have reached 56% of the total encounters (718 of 1,274), 44% of the sublegal encounters (387 of 887), and 70% of the unmarked encounters (221 of 314). Designated year-round fishing piers around Puget Sound remain open to fishing as listed in the annual Washington Sport Fishing Rules. For a list of piers, visit the WDFW webpage. WDFW will continuously analyze fishery data collected via test fishing and catch sampling throughout the season. For updates on the status of these fisheries, refer to the WDFW’s seasonal Puget Sound salmon fishery guidelines and quotas webpage. Check the Washington Sport Fishing Rules pamphlet and WDFW’s emergency rules webpage and download the Fish Washington® mobile app for up-to-date regulations. See the WDFW The Salmon Fishing Current blog: North of Falcon 2026 edition for additional salmon fishery information. Salmon seasons are a result of an annual collaborative state and tribal salmon season-setting process known as North of Falcon. For the public meeting schedule with opportunities to participate and provide public feedback, refer to WDFW’s North of Falcon webpage. The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife works to preserve, protect, and perpetuate fish, wildlife and ecosystems while providing sustainable fish, wildlife, and recreational and commercial opportunities. Request this information in an alternative format or language at wdfw.wa.gov/accessibility/requests-accommodation, 833-885-1012, TTY (711), or CivilRightsTeam@dfw.wa.gov.

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Salmon Fishing at Kingston on Puget Sound
Puget Sound Region

Salmon Fishing at Kingston on Puget Sound

Kingston's marina is just a short cruise out to one of the best salmon fishing spots in Central Puget Sound. A large underwater ledge creates some major current breaks and concentrates bait, drawing in Chinook, Coho, Pink and Chum Salmon depending on the time of year. Where is Kingston? The fishing area is due west of the Kitsap Peninsula's town of Kingston and Apple Cove Point.  It's unique geography creates a couple of really good fishing spots, some of which are great to hit on an incoming tide, but most people consider the area as a whole and outgoing tide spot. Kingston Fishing Seasons Kingston is in Puget Sound's Marine Area 10 and follows that area's rules and regulations. The seasons fluctuate from year to year, so the best thing to do is sign up for our monthly newsletter to get all the latest season updates (bottom of the page). Resident Chinook Salmon feed in the Kingston area year round, and we usually see a brief season in the spring. Fishing on or directly around the Bar is the best. Trolling is the most effective here, and focusing on the water column directly off the bottom is what you want to do! Coho Salmon can be found here starting in the summer, but most of the action occurs during mid-August to September. Fishing throughout the area can be good, and Coho aren't necessarily structure oriented, so they can be be found everywhere from the top of the Bar out into the shipping lanes to the East. Chinook Salmon are a big hit during the summer salmon season. This area has been opening in mid-July for a few days a week. Kingston is usually one of the go-to spots in Puget Sound. Mooching and trolling are equally popular here! Pink Salmon will flood the area on odd numbered years (2027, 2029) and can be caught everywhere in the area. If you're specifically targeting Pinks, try trolling in the deeper water off the edge of the Kingston Bar, they are a schooling fish and love that 25' to 80' zone in open water.  Chum Salmon will migrate down the west side of Puget Sound in October and November, while not a super popular fishery, they are fun to catch and a great option for fall. Fish a Pro-Troll Lighted Flasher  with a hot pink or purple mini hoochie. Kingston Fishing Map Fishing at Kingston Tides are a big factor in with the Kingston area. I prefer fishing Kingston on days where there are stronger tides with bigger tidal swings. If you have anything over an 8' exchange you're going to probably find some good fishing here.  The Inner Bar is a deep trough between the Kingston Bar and the mainland. It collects tons of bait on a strong outgoing tide and usually there a bunch of salmon that come in here to feed. Extremely popular with moochers, but you will find plenty of people trolling here as well. The Outer Bar from 100' to 200' tends to be more of an incoming tide spot, and can really produce some great fishing for Chinook and Coho. Very popular with the trollers.  Seattle Fishing Co. Salmon Gear Trolling is the most popular salmon fishing technique, but there are some people that find really good success mooching and jigging as well. Check out our recommendations below, or if you want to see our full selection, visit our Saltwater Salmon Page. Kingston Trolling Gear Pro-Troll Lighted 11" Flasher,  P-Line CFX Fluorocarbon Leader Gibbs Skinny G Spoon Gibbs Highliner Flasher,  P-Line CFX Fluorocarbon Leader Silver Horde Ace Hi Fly Oki Tackle Big Shooter Flasher,  Silver Horde Coho Killer Spoon Mooching Setup for Puget Sound Fisherman’s Gold Coated Mooching Sinker Gamakatsu Herring Leader  Green Label Herring Brine N Bite bait knife bait cutting guide Boat Jigging at Kingston Puget Pounder Jig P-Line Laser Minnow Buzz Bombs

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Washington State Fishing Report - March 2026
Cascades & Central Washington

Washington State Fishing Report - March 2026

March is looking great for fishing options across Washington State, and we've got alot to talk about in the fishing report. Some great Puget Sound salmon fishing is happening now, with more openers in the very near future. Trout and Kokanee fishing around Washington is starting to heat up. Columbia River Spring Chinook fishing is happening now and should get red hot at the end of the month! Puget Sound Region South Puget Sound Salmon fishing has been pretty decent, Marine Area 13 has been kicking out some nice Chinook at Point Gibson and Point Fosdick to the Bridge. Trolling flasher & spoon or bait near the bottom has been the ticket. Salmon Gear Central Puget Sound Salmon is opening on April 1st, we are expecting a 4 day opener Wednesday to Saturday with hopefully more openers to be announced later! Lake Washington Trout & Kokanee fishing has been excellent. With the mild winter, we've had many days with good catching, including some monster Cutthroat. Most of the efforts have been on the south end of the lake, but the guys launching at Magnuson in Seattle have reported some good Cutthroat fishing in front of Kirkland.Trout Gear Lake Sammamish Trout anglers are finding some good fishing, maybe not as consistent as Lake Washington but still worth a trip! Lots of Cutthroat around the weather buoy, and if you're fishing in a kayak or small boat and staying closer to the State Park, fish surface to 40' in front of Issaquah Creek and troll towards Greenwood Point. Puget Sound Halibut officially opens April 2nd! The season will be through June 30 and open 7-days a week. Halibut Gear Olympic Peninsula & Coast Olympic Peninsula Steelhead fishing has been decent on rivers like the Bogachiel, Quillayute, Clearwater and pretty good on the Hoh, Queets and Sol Duc. We are just ahead of a major storm front that should push most of the coastal rivers out of shape for a while, but will make those last few days of the season before the end of the month really good!Steelhead Gear Coastal Razor Clamming keeps on rolling on the Washington Coast. We've had a great season so far, and another round of openers is set for March 17 to 24. Check out more here. Washington Coast Lingcod & Rockfish opens on Saturday March 14th and everyone is excited to get back out on the ocean. The early part of the season is a great time to restock your whitefish freezer stash when the weather permits. Many have already planned out their March with trips to Westport and Neah Bay.Lingcod & Rockfish Gear Strait of Juan de Fuca Halibut officially opens on April 2nd, which is just around the corner! The first few weeks of the season can yield some really great fishing in the Strait Read more here. Southwest Washington Columbia River Spring Chinook has been off to a slow start, as is typical. With our unseasonably mild winter and low snowpack, we should see water temperatures climb any day to that magic number which kick starts the mass migration. Anglers have been picking up a few around Cathlamet, Willow Grove and Kalama. See the full report here.  Cowlitz River Steelhead fishing has been good! Lots of Hatchery Steelhead to be found around the Blue Creek area. Most of the guides are running a bobber dogging program with Soft Beads and working the area around the Blue Creek Launch and the Clay Banks. Bank fishing has been good as well with traditional drift fishing gear and corkies.Steelhead Gear Kalama River Steelhead fishing has been decent, not a ton of angling pressure and there are a few quality Wild Steelhead to be found. The river should start to see a trickle of Spring Chinook as well, which makes this river a special place to fish in the spring.  Willapa River Steelhead fishing has been mediocre. Water flows through the end of the season will be mostly high, so keep an eye open for that window that it's dropping before the next rain system pushes in.  Cascades & Central Washington Lake Chelan has been kicking out some exceptional Kokanee fishing. Anglers have been able to find really good fishing in the lower basin close to the launches and town. Fishing has been bestKokanee Gear Eastern Washington Columbia Basin Lake fishing season officially kicked off on March 1 with the early opener, dozens of lakes in Eastern Washington opened for fishing and lots of trout are out there to be had!  Northeast Washington Rufus Woods Reservoir fishing for Triploid Rainbows has been okay. Higher flows and more spill over Grand Coulee has made for some faster flows so fish the edges and up your sinkers and bait sizes! Lake Roosevelt clarity is starting to muddy up, but fishing has been pretty good for Rainbows and Kokanee. Some bank anglers have had some good action for trout plunking powerbait and the boat anglers are finding limits. 

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Our Guide to Washington's 2026 Halibut Season
Olympic Peninsula & Coast

Our Guide to Washington's 2026 Halibut Season

Washington’s 2026 Halibut Seasons start April 2 Washington Halibut options span the Ocean, Strait and Puget Sound Washington's first big saltwater fishing opener of the year starts with Halibut Season. The 2026 season was just announced, with generous open ocean opportunities on the Washington Coast and an early season kickoff in Puget Sound, Strait of Juan de Fuca, San Juan Islands and Sekiu. We’ve broken down the seasons by area, and hope it helps you break down the dates to plan your Halibut fishing trips. We’ve been busy helping to outfit people already. Check out our page dedicated to all of our best Halibut fishing tackle and gear. Jump to Pacific Ocean - Marine Areas 1-4Jump to Sekiu, Strait & San Juan Islands - Marine Areas 5-7Jump to Puget Sound - Marine Areas 8-10Jump to Washington Halibut FishingJump to Halibut Gear Guide Washington Coast & Pacific Ocean Halibut Season for 2026 Halibut seasons are managed by a quota system, and each region has a certain amount of quota poundage that can be harvested, so although seasons have been set and dates announced, it’s a good idea to check out the quota updates for your area before you head out. These can be easily found, along with each marine area’s emergency rules, linked below. Marine Area 1 – Ilwaco Fishing for Halibut in Washington’s southernmost portion of the Pacific Ocean can be great, and there are both an all-depth opener and a nearshore fishery that provides extra opportunities. Marine Area 1 all depth areas are open April 30 to May 31 and also June 4 to June 28 on Thursdays, Fridays and Sundays. If quota remains, June 8, 9, 15, 16, 22, 23 may be added to the season. Dates may be cut from the schedule if quota is used up.There's also a potential for fishing in August and September if quota remains. WDFW Columbia River Halibut - Marine Area 1 Regulations - Marine Area 1 Emergency Rules There is usually a nearshore fishery in this area, but not this year, only the all-depth dates listed above. Daily limit is 1 any size, annual limit is 6 and anglers must purchase a Halibut catch card and record their catch. Marine Area 2 – Westport Westport, Washington has the coast’s largest charter boat fleet and a large contingent of private boats that enjoy the Halibut season here. Most of the action occurs far offshore around the edges of Grays Canyon, with depths to 600’ or more! There is a nearshore opportunity as well, and if you luck into a Halibut fishing for Lingcod or Rockfish you can keep them on certain dates. Marine Area 2 will be open April 30 to May 31 on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Sundays. Then again June 2 to June 30 on Tuesdays, Fridays and Sundays. Dates may be cut from the schedule if quota is used up. There is a potential for halibut fishing in August and September if quota remains after the June openers.  WDFW South Coast Halibut - Marine Area 2 Regulations - Marine Area 2 Emergency Rules Northern Nearshore Halibut Fishery: This area includes the waters from 47°31.70’ N. latitude south to 46°58.00’N. latitude and east of a line approximating 30 fathoms. Check WDFW for exact coordinates. Daily limit is 1 any size, annual limit is 6 and anglers must purchase a Halibut catch card and record their catch. Marine Area 3 – La Push La Push is on our remote North Coast and a beautiful part of our state. Halibut fishing here can be phenomenal and varies between far offshore to inside the 100’ line near rocky structure. Marine Area 3 will be open April 30 to May 16 on Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. Then May 22-24, May 28-30. In June it will be open June 4 to June 28 on Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. Dates may be cut from the schedule if quota is used up. If quota remains after June 30, all marine areas may be open up to seven days per week in August and September. WDFW North Coast Halibut - Marine Area 3 Regulations - Marine Area 3 Emergency Rules Daily limit is 1 any size, annual limit is 6 and anglers must purchase a Halibut catch card and record their catch. Marine Area 4 – Neah Bay Neah Bay offers a great chance to get offshore, where Halibut fishing can be great in far off places like around the C-Closure, Blue Dot, 72 Square among others, but also along the Pacific Coast and inside the entrance to the Straits. It’s a varied marine area with a lot of character and good fishing. Marine Area 4 will be open April 30 to May 16 on Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. Then May 22-24, May 28-30. In June it will be open June 4 to June 28 on Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. Dates may be cut from the schedule if quota is used up. If quota remains after June 30, all marine areas may be open up to seven days per week in August and September. WDFW North Coast Halibut - Marine Area 4 Regulations - Marine Area 4 Emergency Rules Daily limit is 1 any size, annual limit is 6 and anglers must purchase a Halibut catch card and record their catch. Sekiu, Strait of Juan de Fuca, San Juan Islands and Puget Sound Halibut Season for 2026 Marine Area 5 – Sekiu Sekiu is way out west near the entrance to the Strait and gets a good haul of Halibut hit its docks each spring. Fishing just north of Clallam Bay, off Pillar Point and the mouth of the Sekiu River are prime spots for Halibut. Marine Area 5 opens April 2 to June 30, 7 days a week. If quota remains, there may be some more openings in August and September. WDFW Puget Sound Halibut - Marine Area 5 Regulations - Marine Area 5 Emergency Rules Daily limit is 1 any size, annual limit is 6 and anglers must purchase a Halibut catch card and record their catch. Marine Area 6 – Eastern Strait of Juan de Fuca Eastern Strait of Juan de Fuca holds several highly productive banks where Halibut anglers will both drift and sit on anchor, including Hein, Dallas, Partridge, Eastern, Coyote Banks, the Rockpile, Protection Island and others. Marine Area 6 opens April 2 to June 30, 7 days a week. If quota remains, there may be some more openings in August and September. WDFW Puget Sound Halibut - Marine Area 6 Regulations - Marine Area 6 Emergency Rules Daily limit is 1 any size, annual limit is 6 and anglers must purchase a Halibut catch card and record their catch. Marine Area 7 – San Juan Islands The San Juan Islands offer an easy shot out to some places in the Eastern Strait that are in Marine Area 7, like Salmon Bank and Hein Bank, and further north of the islands at Alden Bank, while most of the fishing inside the islands is focused on Lingcod starting May 1, there are the occasional Halibut caught off the rocky points and reefs inside the island chain as well. Marine Area 7 opens April 2 to June 30, 7 days a week. If quota remains, there may be some more openings in August and September. WDFW Puget Sound Halibut - Marine Area 7 Regulations - Marine Area 7 Emergency Rules Daily limit is 1 any size, annual limit is 6 and anglers must purchase a Halibut catch card and record their catch. Marine Areas 8-10 – Admiralty Inlet, Saratoga Passage, Seattle & Bainbridge Island Protected areas of North and Central Puget Sound give people close reach to Halibut fishing action near Seattle, Everett, Edmonds, Kingston, Whidbey Island and Port Townsend. On many days, even smaller boats can safely get out for a chance at Halibut. While the best action is in Admiralty Inlet in places like Admiralty Bay, Mutiny Bay and Foulweather Bluff, there are Halibut occasionally caught at points further south like Possession, Skunk Bay and even Jeff Head, but not with much regularity. Marine Areas 8-1, 8-2, 9, 10 all open April 2 to June 30, 7 days a week. If quota remains, there may be some more openings in August and September. WDFW Puget Sound Halibut - Marine Area 9 Regulations - Marine Area 9 Emergency Rules Daily limit is 1 any size, annual limit is 6 and anglers must purchase a Halibut catch card and record their catch. Fishing for Halibut in Washington State Washington has some really exciting options for Halibut fishing, with areas of Halibut abundance offshore, and plenty of really solid opportunities for nearshore and inshore Halibut hauls. From the serious offshore angler, to the small-boat-Halibut-hopefuls, there are tons of Halibut caught across our state’s marine waters. Halibut fishing in the Pacific offshore The greatest concentrations of Halibut in Washington waters occur far offshore near the edge of the continental shelf. Depending on the region, it could be anywhere from a 25 mile to 50 mile run to get where you want to be. The southern half of Washington’s Pacific Coast is a gradual gradient from the beach out for many miles until the shelf, Ilwaco boats run out and fish the edges of the Astoria Canyon, Westport boats fish the edges of the Grays Harbor Canyon. Nearshore fisheries near these two ports give up some incidental Halibut, but the small nearshore quota is more of a gesture to the guys specifically targeting Lingcod and Rockfish, giving them a big bonus if they catch a Halibut. Further north near La Push and Neah Bay, the ocean floor gains more character, with larger swaths of contour and terrain, giving anglers more spots to go explore. For those that have smaller ocean-worthy boats that may not feel comfortable running out 30 miles, there are plenty of Halibut caught within ten miles or less from the harbor entrances of these two great fishing ports.   Fishing inside Washington’s Strait Halibut fishing from the west entrance at Neah Bay to the Eastern Strait can be really good. Most of the action occurs on larger lifted banks where strong currents create a concentration point for sealife, including Halibut’s most common forage, Candlefish and Herring. There are more than two dozen extremely well known Halibut spots here, some mentioned above, where a couple dozen boats can be found working the area at any good tide. There is a good mix of boats that anchor up with a chum bag and wait for the fish to come to them, and those that drift with the currents and cover ground. Both tactics can yield success. Halibut fishing in the protected waters of Puget Sound & San Juan Islands Halibut can be found with decent regularity in Admiralty Inlet and gradually get more scarce the further south you go. The rare catch at Possession, Skunk Bay really create a buzz, and on even rarer occasion, a Halibut will get caught at Jeff Head or somewhere else in Marine Area 10. Generally speaking, there isn’t much angling effort for Halibut in Marine Areas 8-1, 8-2 or 10. But you do have a decent chance of catching Halibut in the northern portion of Marine Area 9! Seattle Fishing Co. Halibut Gear Check out our page dedicated to all of our best Halibut fishing tackle and gear. If you are looking for a great rod and reel setup, we have a great selection of Okuma and Daiwa to choose from, including an option to have us spool up your reel with quality braided line. Halibut Hoochie Rig B2 Squid Rig Standard Spreader Bar Glow Spreader Bar Halibut Weight Slider Square Cod Weight Cannonball Weight Gamakatsu Octopus 8/0 to 10/0 Gamakatsu Big River Bait Hook 8/0 to 12/0 Copper Pipe Jig, P-Line Hali Drop Jigs P-Line Diamond Jigs Gibbs Cod Jigs Fisherman’s Gold Electric Eels Lead Jighead Delta Hali Hawg Grub Kalin's Big N Grub P-Line Twin Tail Squid Powerbait Grub. Halibut fishing through Spring and Summer This is one of our favorite fishing options in the spring, and when you battle and land your first Halibut, it’s an experience that you absolutely will want to repeat! Safety is always a major consideration when deciding where to go and when, and knowing your experience level and boat’s capabilities will definitely help keep you safe and create some really great memories. If you need any help gear up please let us know, we are happy to help!

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Salmon Fishing at Jeff Head on Puget Sound
Puget Sound Region

Salmon Fishing at Jeff Head on Puget Sound

Jeff Head is a great place to fish for salmon if you're close to Seattle. It consistently ranks as one of the favorite fishing spots in all of Puget Sound and for good reason. This huge underwater shelf stretches more than halfway across Puget Sound, and creates a massive current break, collecting schools of herring, which ultimately draws in feeding salmon. Fishing seasons stretch from spring to fall and offer up some great fishing for Coho, Chum, Pink and Chinook Salmon. Whether you're launching in Seattle, Bainbridge, Kingston or Edmonds, this is an easy place to get to and a top producing salmon spot.

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Washington State Fishing Report - Mid-February 2026
Cascades & Central Washington

Washington State Fishing Report - Mid-February 2026

February is really turning into a great fishing month, and we've got plenty to talk about in our new Fishing Report Series! Every region in Washington has some really good fishing going on right now, so whether you're looking to get out on Puget Sound, catch and release a trophy Steelhead, head to the beach for clamming, or find that hot trout fishing spot on a local lake, there's plenty to choose from!

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Puget Sound Halibut Season opens April 2nd
Puget Sound Region

Puget Sound Halibut Season opens April 2nd

Inner Puget Sound looks like it will open for our annual Halibut season this year on April 2nd. Harvest quota has been signed off for Marine Areas 5-13 at 79,772 pounds for the season, and managers are working on the final sign off to give us a pretty respectable season.

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Snoqualmie River & Tokul Creek Steelhead Extended to March 1st
Puget Sound Region

Snoqualmie River & Tokul Creek Steelhead Extended to March 1st

Seattle area Steelhead anglers know the Snoqualmie River very well, it's one of our closest options during the winter season. Recently, the state has announced that is will discontinue Chambers Creek strain winter steelhead plants at the Tokul Creek Hatchery, meaning we have only a few more shots at catching these "hatchery brats" locally.

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Puget Sound Crabbing Season Fall & Winter 2025 - Exciting Seasons Announced!
Puget Sound Region

Puget Sound Crabbing Season Fall & Winter 2025 - Exciting Seasons Announced!

Like in years past, a late crabbing season was announced, and the areas that will be open will have a generous season. No doubt, the air will be crisp, additional clothing layers needed, and more attention to the weather report before heading out, but the bounty is there!

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Hiking and Fishing at Whistle Lake near Anacortes
Puget Sound Region

Hiking and Fishing at Whistle Lake near Anacortes

If you find yourself in the Anacortes area and are looking for a fun outdoor activity, hiking and fishing around Whistle Lake is one of the hidden treasures of the area. While most people head straight to nearby Deception Pass State Park for the scenery, or nearby stocked lakes like Lake Campbell, Lake Erie and Heart Lake for fishing, this is a unique opportunity to get deep into the woods and away from the crowds.

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Fishing at Glendale Beach on Whidbey Island
Puget Sound Region

Fishing at Glendale Beach on Whidbey Island

A hidden gem on the southeast side of Whidbey Island offers a quiet stretch of beach at Glendale Beach Park Whidbey Island has well over a dozen well known public beaches that offer great access and easy casting to migrating salmon. While Glendale Beach has everything you’d want in a salmon fishing beach, it is somewhat off the beaten path and not widely known. Coho and Pink Salmon are taken from the beach during the summer season by the few visitors that know about it. I’d say it’s a great place to check out if you’re already fishing at Possession Point Bait Co’s Bait Box, Possession Point State Park or Possession Beach Waterfront Park. To get to the park at Glendale Beach, take Humphrey Road south out of Clinton. Just beyond it’s intersection with Glendale Road will be a small gravel parking lot for the park. Fishing at Glendale Beach is a seasonal affair for salmon, although flounder can also be caught here year round. Coho Salmon and Pink Salmon (these only on odd-numbered years) can be found along the eastern shore of Whidbey Island during late summer and early fall. Check fishing regulations before you go. This area fishes best from a few hours before high tide to a few hours after. The beach has a medium gradient, so casting metal jigs is a top choice. Fishing with a bobber and herring can also be a good bet when salmon are migrating through. We recommend a Buzz Bomb 2”, 2.5” or P-Line Laser Minnow 1 ounce. Upgrade your hooks to a single point barbless to stay legal for salmon, the Gamakatsu Big River Open Eye 1/0 is a good option. Buzz Bombs One of the most popular beach fishing lures of all time. You'll see Buzz Bombs used on every beach of Puget Sound. SHOP NOW

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Seattle's Marine Area 10 reopens for Chinook July 24-26
Puget Sound Region

Seattle's Marine Area 10 reopens for Chinook July 24-26

It looks like there is additional quota to reopen Marine Area 10 for Chinook retention this weekend! Thursday July 24 to Saturday July 26. 

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