Salmon seasons on Snohomish and Skykomish extended to September 26

September 20, 2021

Action: Extend recreational salmon seasons by one week.

Effective date: Sept. 20 through Sept. 26, 2021

Species affected: Pink salmon and hatchery coho salmon.

Location: Snohomish and Skykomish Rivers

Rule: Salmon daily limit 4. Min. size 12". Release all salmon other than pinks and hatchery coho.

Reason for action: In-season update model indicates additional allowable encounters of non-target species (wild coho and Chinook) during pink opening.

Additional information: All other regulations continue to apply. See the 2021-22 Washington Sport Rules pamphlet, available at https://www.eregulations.com/washington/fishing.

Information contact: WDFW Region 4 Office, teammillcreek@dfw.wa.gov

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.