Ocean Waters Off Ilwaco Closing To Salmon Fishing After Weekend

THE FOLLOWING IS AN EMERGENCY RULE CHANGE NOTICE FROM THE WASHINGTON DEPARTMENT OF FISH AND WILDLIFE

Action: Closes recreational salmon season.

JAMIE MCLEOD HOISTS A CHINOOK SHE CAUGHT IN THE OCEAN OFF THE MOUTH OF THE COLUMBIA IN MID-AUGUST. (FISHING PHOTO CONTEST)

Effective date: Aug. 30, 2021

Species affected: Salmon

Location: Marine Area 1

Additional information: The catch quotas for recreational coho in Marine Area 1 are expected to be met by the end of the day Sunday, August 29.

Information contact: Fish Program 360-902-2700.