Samish River to open for three days of Chinook fishing

September 14, 2023

Action: Opens Chinook salmon retention.

Effective date: Sept. 15 through Sept. 17, 2023.

Species affected: Chinook salmon.

Location: Samish River from mouth (Bayview-Edison Rd) to Thomas Rd. Bridge. (CRC 816)

Salmon Rules:

  • Daily limit 2 Chinook. Min. size 12”. Release all salmon other than Chinook.
  • Only 1 single-point hook allowed. Maximum Hook Gap of ¾”. Stationary gear rule. Night closure. Only fish hooked inside the mouth may be retained.

Reason for action: Broodstock needs are expected to be met, a harvestable surplus of Chinook allows for this harvest opportunity. 

Additional information: Consider downloading the Fish Washington app or signing up for fishery change notifications by email at https://wdfw.wa.gov/about/lists.

How to measure your hook gap:  

Example of how to measure hook gap by using distance measured between point and shank.

 

To check for emergency fishing rules: https://wdfw.wa.gov/fishing/regulations/emergency-rules

QR code for emergency regulations webpage at https://wdfw.wa.gov/fishing/regulations/emergency-rules
Photo by WDFW

 

 

Information contact: Mill Creek Regional Office, 425-775-1311

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.