Wenatchee River salmon season will not open in 2024

July 26, 2024

Action: Closes planned Wenatchee River salmon season.

Effective dates: Aug. 1 through Sept. 30, 2024.

Species affected: Chinook salmon.

Location: Wenatchee River (Chelan County) from mouth to the Icicle Road Bridge crossing the Wenatchee River (near Leavenworth).

Reason for action: The current and projected hatchery and natural-origin summer Chinook return to the Wenatchee River is below what is needed to meet minimum spawning escapement and broodstock objectives for the Wenatchee River.

Additional information: For additional information regarding this Wenatchee River rule change, please visit WDFW’s Salmon Fishing Current blog. All other rules listed in the 2024-25 Sport Fishing Rules pamphlet for the Wenatchee River remain in effect. Anglers are advised to check WDFW's emergency rules website routinely for updates.

Information contact: Region 2 (Ephrata Office), 509-754-4624 or email TeamEphrata@dfw.wa.gov.

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.