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Be sure to check the seasons for the beach where you plan to harvest.
| Species | Min. Size | Limits and Rules |
|---|---|---|
| Native Littlenecks | 1 1/4" | A maximum of 40 clams, not to exceed 10 lbs. in the shell, all species combined except Geoducks or Horse Clams |
| Manila Littlenecks | 1 1/4" | |
| Butter Clams | 1 1/4" | |
| Cockle Clams | 1 1/4 | |
| Eastern Softshells Clams | none | Must be retained regardless of size or condition |
| Macoma Clams | none | |
| All other Marine Clams | none | |
| Geoduck Clams | none | First 3 dug, It is unlawful to possess only the neck of a geoduck. |
| Horse clams | none | First 7 dug |
| Oysters | 2 1/2" | 18, measured across the longest part of the shell, shucked on beach, Leave shells at the same place and tide height where they where collected. Why? |
| Mussels | None | 10 Pounds in the shell |
| Species | Min. Size | Limits and Rules |
|---|---|---|
| Goose Barnacles | None | 10 Pounds whole or 5 pounds Barnacle stalks |
| Sand Shrimp | None | 10 dozen |
| Seaweed | None | 10 Pounds wet weight. Harvest of seaweed with herring eggs attached is prohibited. All state parks are closed to harvest except Fort Flagler and Fort Worden and Fort Ebey which are open April 16 to May 15 only. Seaweed rules for State Parks |
The harvest of unclassified marine invertebrates is not allowed on state park beaches, but is open year round on all other beaches.
| Species | Min. Size | Limits and Rules |
|---|---|---|
| Moon Snails | None | 5 Snails, No harvest in state parks, Possession limit is one daily limit |
| Nudibranchs | None | 2 Nudibranchs, No harvest in state parks, Possession limit is one daily limit |
| All others | None | Starfish, Sand dollars, Shore crab, Snails, etc. Aggregate of 10, Possession limit is one daily limit |
Please check the Fishing and Shellfishing Regulations for latest information on closures or emergency updates.