Fishing on the Cascade River for coho salmon open seven days per week

October 27, 2022

Action: Opens coho salmon fishing seven days per week

Location: Cascade River from mouth to Rockport-Cascade Road

Effective date: Immediately, through Nov. 30, 2022

Species affected: Coho salmon

Rules:

  • Open to coho salmon fishing seven days per week
  • Use of bait (including scent or flavoring) is prohibited
  • Anti-snagging rules
  • Night closure
  • Daily limit 4 coho. Minimum size 12”. Release all other species

Reason for action: Treaty coho salmon fisheries in the Cascade River have concluded, therefore closure days are no longer necessary to avoid gear conflicts.

Additional information: This section of the Cascade River will reopen to game fish Dec. 1, seven days per week, as listed under permanent rules in the 2022/2023 Washington Sport Fishing Rules.

Information contact: Mill Creek Regional Office, 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. 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.