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Washington Fishing Water Quality

Find the best fishing spots in Washington with real-time water quality data

119
Monitoring Stations
0
Excellent Spots
69
Avg Score
0
Regulation Links

Fishing Closures

Coverage: All 50 States + DC

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Regulations can change by season, species, and water body.

80
Total Closures
18
Permanent
0
Seasonal
18
No-Fishing Areas

Argyle Lagoon San Juan Islands Marine Preserve

PermanentNo Fishing
Argyle Lagoon San Juan Islands Marine Preserve · Marine
Period: Year-round
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Billy Frank Jr. Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge

PermanentNo Fishing
Billy Frank Jr. Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge · Marine
Period: Year-round
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Brackett's Landing Shoreline Sanctuary Conservation Area

PermanentNo Fishing
Brackett's Landing Shoreline Sanctuary Conservation Area · Marine
Period: Year-round
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City of Des Moines Park Conservation Area

PermanentNo Fishing
City of Des Moines Park Conservation Area · Marine
Period: Year-round
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Colvos Passage Marine Preserve

PermanentNo Fishing
Colvos Passage Marine Preserve · Marine
Period: Year-round
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Edmonds Underwater Park

PermanentNo Fishing
Edmonds Underwater Park · Marine
Period: Year-round
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Grays Harbor National Wildlife Refuge

PermanentNo Fishing
Grays Harbor National Wildlife Refuge · Marine
Period: Year-round
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Keystone Conservation Area

PermanentNo Fishing
Keystone Conservation Area · Marine
Period: Year-round
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Niawiakum River Natural Area Preserve

PermanentNo Fishing
Niawiakum River Natural Area Preserve · Marine
Period: Year-round
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Octopus Hole Conservation Area

PermanentNo Fishing
Octopus Hole Conservation Area · Marine
Period: Year-round
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Orchard Rocks Conservation Area

PermanentNo Fishing
Orchard Rocks Conservation Area · Marine
Period: Year-round
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Protection Island National Wildlife Refuge

PermanentNo Fishing
Protection Island National Wildlife Refuge · Marine
Period: Year-round
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Saltar's Point Beach Conservation Area

PermanentNo Fishing
Saltar's Point Beach Conservation Area · Marine
Period: Year-round
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South 239th Street Park Conservation Area

PermanentNo Fishing
South 239th Street Park Conservation Area · Marine
Period: Year-round
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Sund Rock Conservation Area

PermanentNo Fishing
Sund Rock Conservation Area · Marine
Period: Year-round
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Waketickeh Creek Conservation Area

PermanentNo Fishing
Waketickeh Creek Conservation Area · Marine
Period: Year-round
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Zella M. Schultz/Protection Island Seabird Sanctuary

PermanentNo Fishing
Zella M. Schultz/Protection Island Seabird Sanctuary · Marine
Period: Year-round
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Z's Reef Marine Preserve

PermanentNo Fishing
Z's Reef Marine Preserve · Marine
Period: Year-round
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Admiralty Inlet

Species
Admiralty Inlet · Marine
Period: Check regulations
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Deception Pass, Hope Island, and Skagit Bay

Species
Deception Pass, Hope Island, and Skagit Bay · Marine
Period: Check regulations
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About Fishing in Washington

Washington offers diverse fishing opportunities with 119 water quality monitoring stations tracking conditions across the state. Whether you're looking for bass, trout, catfish, or other species, our real-time water quality data helps you find the best fishing spots.

Understanding Water Quality Scores

Our readiness scores (0-100) combine multiple factors including dissolved oxygen levels, pH balance, water temperature, and turbidity. Scores above 75 indicate excellent fishing conditions, while scores between 50-75 suggest good conditions.

Planning Your Fishing Trip

Before heading out, always check local regulations and obtain the required fishing license. Water quality conditions can change rapidly, so we recommend checking scores on the day of your trip for the most accurate information.