South Pond at Bogachiel Hatchery to open for trout fishing

May 18, 2016

Action: Open the South Pond at Bogachiel Hatchery to trout fishing.

Effective date: May 21, through Sept. 15, 2016.

Species affected: Hatchery Rainbow Trout.

Location: The Bogachiel Hatchery South Pond.

Other information: The pond will be planted with catchable rainbow trout, and open 7 days per week. Statewide rules apply with a daily limit 5 trout.

Reason for action: Because of recent restrictions to general public access to Wentworth Lake, hatchery trout normally planted into Wentworth Lake are being planted in the South Pond at Bogachiel Hatchery.

Information contact: Chris Rockwell, Bogachiel Hatchery, (360) 374-6232; Matt Heil, Sol Duc Hatchery Manager, (360) 327-3246.

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.