Fishing & Shellfishing
Some of the best fishing opportunities in the nation are available in Washington. From fly-fishing for bass and trout on freshwater lakes and streams east of the Cascades to trolling for salmon along the coast to crabbing in Puget Sound, Washington offers a diverse and unique outdoors experience. Find the experience that's right for you, whether you're a long-time angler or a first-time fisher.
In this section
Fishing news & important dates
Puget Sound’s ‘stable’ fishery for the toothsome and tasty species is now open for business.
These "fish of a thousand casts" may take some finessing to catch but it's fun trying. Find out which lakes were recently stocked with tiger muskie and the best way to catch them.
Conservation starts here
As a fourth-generation Japanese American, Mark shares how his heritage influences his outdoor pursuits and community involvement
WDFW staff are working to increase Spring Chinook populations in the Tucannon River. Forty thousand fish were recently tagged with tiny tracking tags prior to the fish being released into the river.
Why anglers may see more unmarked Chinook in the Cowlitz in 2022 and beyond.
