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HARVEST PROFILE:
WDFW surveys indicate that native littleneck clams are present in good numbers on
West Point Jefferson. A good area for clam digging is in the vicinity of a
small stream that runs across the beach.
Butter clams,
Manila clams
and cockles are also available.
DIRECTIONS TO SITE:
This beach is boat access only. There is no upland access to this beach.
West Point Jefferson is located in Port Madison. The northern boundary of this beach is about a half mile west of the
pier at Point Jefferson. The eastern boundary is about 260 yards east of the stream channel that runs across the beach (photo of beach).
The boundaries of this beach are not marked. Harvesters are advised to stay near the stream to avoid trespassing
Nearest boat ramps: The Suquamish boat ramp (located just off Suquamish Way in downtown Suquamish)
is about two and a half miles by boat from West Point Jefferson. FACILITIES:
None. There are stores and other facilities in Suquamish a short distance from the boat ramp. Facilities for boaters are available at the Kingston Marina and the Brownsville Marina.
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