Sport clam, oyster, and mussel season won’t open at Kopachuck State Park

March 19, 2024

Action: Closes sport clam, oyster, and mussel harvest at Kopachuck State Park.

Effective date: April 1 through May 31, 2024

Species affected: All clams, oysters, and mussels.

Location: Kopachuck State Park, Pierce County.

Reason for action: The clam, oyster, and mussel season at Kopachuck State Park will close due to construction in the park.

Additional information: For more information regarding clam and oyster seasons on public beaches visit our website at: https://wdfw.wa.gov/places-to-go/shellfish-beaches. For additional information on shellfish harvest safety and growing area boundaries, please visit the Washington Shellfish Safety Map: https://fortress.wa.gov/doh/biotoxin/biotoxin.html.

Information contact: Camille Speck, WDFW Port Townsend Office, (360) 302-3030 ext. 313

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.