Elliott Bay to open additional days of Chinook fishing

August 11, 2022

Action: Opens salmon season for additional days.

Effective date: Aug. 12 through 11:59 a.m., Aug. 15, 2022.

Species affected: Salmon.

Location: East Elliott Bay (Waters of Elliott Bay between a line from Duwamish Head to Pier 91 up to the mouth of the Duwamish River including Harbor Island (Duwamish Waterways.))

Rule: Open Friday through Monday at noon, August 12th – 15th only. Salmon daily limit is two (2). Chinook min. size is 22”. Other salmon, no min. size.  Release Chum.

 Reason for action: In season information indicates that the expected return is large enough to support an additional weekend of fishing.

Information contact: Fish Program, 360-902-2700

Fishers must have a current Washington fishing license, appropriate to the fishery. Check the WDFW "Fishing in Washington" rules pamphlet for details on definitions and regulations. Fishing rules are subject to change. Check the WDFW Fishing hotline for the latest rule information at 360-902-2500, press 2 for recreational rules. For the Shellfish Rule Change hotline call toll free 866-880-5431.

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.