Temporary closure scheduled for Skagit River from Highway 9 to Baker River

September 19, 2024

Action: Closes all fishing from Highway 9 to the Baker River.

Effective dates: Sunday Sept. 22 through Tuesday Sept. 24, 2024.

Species affected: All species.

Location: Skagit River (Skagit County) from Highway 9 Bridge in Sedro Woolley to the mouth of the Baker River.

Reason for action: This area of the Skagit River will close to all fishing to avoid gear conflicts during scheduled treaty fisheries.

Additional information: Anglers are asked to respect tribal fishers and reminded to not interfere with tribal fisheries.

Future closures in this area to prevent conflicts during scheduled tribal fisheries are tentatively planned for Sunday Sept. 29 through Wednesday Oct. 2. Regulations for this fishery will be announced closer to the scheduled starting date. Conflicts that arise during ongoing fisheries could lead to additional time 

Anglers can check the emergency rules webpage for updates, or sign up for the Fishing Rule Change alerts email list on the WDFW webpage. 

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.