Marine Area 2 (Westport-Ocean Shores) recreational salmon season to close

August 21, 2024

Action: Closes salmon fishing in Marine Area 2 (Westport-Ocean Shores) for the season.

Effective date: August 25, 2024, until further notice.

Species affected: Salmon.

Location: Marine Area 2 (Westport-Ocean Shores).

Rules: Salmon fishing is closed. It is illegal to possess salmon onboard a vessel in Marine Area 2 (Westport-Ocean Shores), including in transit.

Additional information: The Marine Area 2 (Westport-Ocean Shores) catch quota for coho is projected to be attained by August 24, necessitating this closure. Anglers can check the emergency rules webpage for updates, or sign up for the Fishing Rule Change alerts email list on the WDFW webpage. See the WDFW “The Salmon Fishing Current” blog for additional Puget Sound Chinook fishery information.

Information contact: Fish Program 360-902-2700.

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.