Razor clam digs approved Sept. 28 through Sept. 30

September 28, 2022

Action:  Opens Razor clam seasons.

Effective dates:  Sept. 28 through Sept. 30, 2022

Species affected:  Razor Clams

Specific low tides for openers (digging allowed from 12:00 P.M. (noon) through 11:59 P.M.): 

  • Sept. 28, 2022, Wed., 9:06 PM; -0.3 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
  • Sept. 29; Thurs.9:51 PM; -0.4 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors   
  • Sept. 30; Fri. 10:43 PM; -0.2 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
    Map of razor clam beaches.

Locations:  

Long Beach, which extends from the Columbia River to Leadbetter Point.

Twin Harbors Beach, which extends from Cape Shoalwater to the south jetty at the mouth of Grays Harbor.

Copalis Beach, which extends from the Grays Harbor north jetty to the Copalis River, and includes Ocean Shores, Oyhut, Ocean City and Copalis areas.

Reason for action:  Harvestable numbers of razor clams are available. Toxin levels are safe on these beaches. MOCROCKS remains closed due to toxin levels above the WDOH action level.

Information contact:  Dan Ayres (360) 249-4628, Region 6 Montesano

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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