Fishing opens early on the Hoh River

April 29, 2011

Action: Opens Hoh River.

Effective dates: May 14 and May 15, 2011

Species affected: Salmon and gamefish.


Location:

The Hoh River from Olympic National Park boundary upstream to the DNR Oxbow Campground boat launch.

From the DNR Oxbow Campground boat launch upstream to Willoughby Creek.


Reasons for action: The spring chinook fishery is open Wednesdays through Sundays. The normal opening day of May 16, falls on a Monday this year. As a result of discussions with the Hoh Tribe the starting date was moved to Saturday, May 14 offering a full opening on the weekend for both salmon and gamefish. The remainder of the recreational fishery will proceed as listed in the 2011-12 Fishing in Washington fishing pamphlet.


Information contact: Mike Gross, Region 6 Biologist, 360-249-1210

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.

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