Tokul Above Lower Bridge Opening For Winter Steelhead

THE FOLLOWING IS A FISHING RULE CHANGE NOTICE FROM THE WASHINGTON DEPARTMENT OF FISH AND WILDLIFE

Tokul Creek to open early from Fish Hatchery Road Bridge to boundary marker 

Action: Opens gamefish seasons. 

Effective date: Immediately, through Jan. 14, 2021 

Species affected: Trout, steelhead, and other gamefish 

Location: Tokul Creek, from Fish Hatchery Road Bridge to boundary marker downstream of diversion dam. 

Rules:  Gamefish open, statewide min. size/daily limit, except: Cutthroat trout and wild rainbow trout min. size 14”. Anti-snagging Rule in effect. Closed daily from 5 p.m. to 7 a.m.  

Reason for action:  Tokul Creek hatchery has achieved adequate early winter steelhead brood stock on hand to meet egg-take goals. 

Additional information: This section of Tokul Creek will remain open under permanent rule beginning Jan. 15, as listed in the 2021-22 Washington Sport Fishing Rules pamphlet.  

Information contact: Team Mill Creek, 425-775-1311