Sport clam, oyster, and mussel season to open March 1 at Illahee State Park

February 28, 2025

Action:  Opens sport clam, oyster, and mussel harvest at Illahee State Park.

Effective dates:  March 1 through June 30, 2025

Species affected:  All clams, oysters, and mussels.

Location:  Illahee State Park, Kitsap County.

Reason for action: The clam, oyster, and mussel season at Illahee State Park is being shifted one month earlier to open on March 1, 2025, to address congestion and crowding issues in July. This beach will retain a three-month clam, oyster, and mussel season beginning March 1, and running through June 30, 2025.

Additional information:  Please see our website for more information regarding clam and oyster seasons on public beaches. For additional information on shellfish harvest safety and growing area boundaries, please visit the Washington Shellfish Safety Map.

Fishery managers encourage anglers to sign up for Fishing Rule Change email notifications and to check for emergency rules on the WDFW website prior to fishing. Refer to the 2024-25 Washington Sport Fishing Rules pamphlet for fishing rules.

Information contact: Camille Speck, Coastal Region, 360-774-8491.

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.