Naselle River closed to fishing beginning April 1

March 18, 2025

Action: Closes all fishing.

Effective date: April 1-15, 2025.

Species affected: All species.

Area: Naselle River (Pacific County) from the Highway 101 Bridge to the North Fork.

Reason for action: This closure is needed as a conservation measure for protection of wild steelhead and will provide protection for steelhead during peak spawn timing and downstream kelt migration.

Additional information: Fishery managers encourage anglers to sign up for Fishing Rule Change email notifications and to check for emergency rules on the WDFW website prior to fishing. Refer to the 2024-25 Washington Sport Fishing Rules pamphlet for fishing rules.

Information contact: Coastal Region, 360-249-4628.

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. Visit wdfw.wa.gov/fishing-hotlines to find a list of mobile, web, print, or customer service phone options for the latest rule information.

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.