Washington Dept. of Fish and Wildlife Recreational Salmon Fishing

 
Introduction
The 5 Species of Salmon
- How to Identify Salmon
How to Catch Salmon
- MARINE AREAS
   Drifting | Trolling
- FRESHWATER
- LAKE WASHINGTON SOCKEYE
- ESTUARIES & TIDEWATER
Regulations
When and Where to Fish for Salmon
- Best Places to Fish by Month
- Best Months to Fish by Area
- Fishing Reports, Current and Historical
- Hatchery Escapement Reports
- Sport Catch Estimates
Other Fishing Resources
Using a guide or charter boat
How Salmon Seasons are Set
- North of Falcon Page
- Constraints to Salmon Seasons
Helpful Links
Suggested Reading
Best Months to Fish by Area
Coastal
Rivers
Columbia River
and Tributaries
Marine
Areas
Puget Sound
Rivers
Strait of Juan de Fuca
and Hood Canal Rivers
Lower and Middle
Yakima River

Coastal Rivers

Coastal rivers offer a much different salmon fishing experience than most other rivers. These rivers tend to have far fewer anglers and tend to be less developed, resulting in a more remote, wilderness type of experience, although large crowds can still be found near the hatcheries. Fishing can be terrific, especially in the Quilayute River system, Hoh River, Humptulips River, Chehalis River, Willapa River, and Naselle River.

A printable version of the table below is available here.

 

From North to South


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