Elliott Bay open to salmon fishing

August 12, 2021

Action: Opens Elliott Bay salmon season.

Effective date: 12 a.m. Friday, Aug. 13 through 12 p.m. Monday, Aug. 16,, 2021.

Species affected: Salmon.

Location: Inner Elliott Bay waters, east of a line from Pier 91 to Duwamish Head.

Rule: Salmon daily limit is 2. Chinook minimum size is 22". Release chum.

Reason for action: In-season updates indicate that higher than expected returns will allow for an additional weekend of fishing opportunity in Elliott Bay.

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.