Opening delayed in the Lower Dungeness River

October 14, 2024

Action: Closes all fishing.

Effective dates: Oct. 16 through Oct. 22, 2024.

Species affected: All species.

Location: Dungeness River (Clallam County) from the mouth to the Woodcock Road Bridge.

Reason for action: Unseasonably dry weather has resulted in low water conditions in the Dungeness River system. This closure is necessary to protect Chinook eggs from disruption until river flows are higher and the eggs are more fully developed.

Additional information: The Dungeness River from the Woodcock Road Bridge to the mouth of the Gray Wolf River will open to coho fishing on Oct. 16 as described in the 2024-25 Washington Sport Fishing Rules. Anglers are asked to avoid walking on Chinook redds. Anglers can check the emergency rules webpage for updates, or sign up for the Fishing Rule Change alerts email list on the WDFW webpage.

Information contact: Region 6 (Montesano Office), 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.