Tokul Creek to open early from Fish Hatchery Road Bridge to boundary marker to all fishing

December 27, 2022

Action: Opens gamefish seasons.

Effective date: Dec. 28, 2022 through Jan. 14, 2023

Species affected: Trout, steelhead, and other gamefish

Location: Tokul Creek, from Fish Hatchery Road Bridge to boundary marker downstream of diversion dam

Rules: Gamefish open, statewide min. size/daily limit, except: Cutthroat trout and wild rainbow trout, min. size 14”. Anti-snagging Rule in effect. Closed daily from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.

Reason for action: Tokul Creek hatchery has achieved adequate early winter steelhead brood stock on hand to meet egg take goals.

Additional information: All other rules listed in the pamphlet remain in effect.

Information contact: Team Mill Creek, (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.