Skykomish River to close Chinook fishing

July 16, 2021

Action: Closes salmon fishing.

Effective date: July 19 through July 31, 2021

Species affected: Chinook salmon.

Location: Skykomish River (Snohomish Co.), from the mouth to Wallace River

Reason for action: This action is necessary to ensure broodstock collection goals for the Wallace River Hatchery are met.

Additional information: Skykomish River gamefish seasons remain open as described in the 2021/2022 Washington Sportfishing Rules pamphlet, available online at https://www.eregulations.com/washington.

Information contact: Team Mill Creek, WDFW Region 4 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. 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.