DNR-372 (Whatcom County)

WDFW Beach Season Information

Clam, mussel, and oyster seasons OPEN for harvest year-round.

WDFW shellfish seasons indicate the specific times of year when harvesting is permitted. Before heading to the beach, please also check the Department of Health (DOH) information below which is related to health of the shellfish and may be updated daily. To harvest on this beach, it must be both during the WDFW approved season and approved by the DOH.

Harvest profile

Not much is known about shellfish resources on this beach, but Whatcom Marine Resources Committee surveys around Birch Head found butter clams and native littleneck clams. Oysters are not expected to be common in this location.