Skagit River Fish Report

Upper Skagit River to open for hatchery spring Chinook

Skagit River

by WA Department of Fish & Wildlife Staff
5-30-2023
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Action: Opens a portion of the Skagit River to fishing for hatchery spring Chinook.

Effective date: June 1 through July 15, 2023.

Species affected: Chinook salmon.

Location: Skagit River (Skagit Co.) from Highway 530 Bridge at Rockport to Cascade River Road (Marblemount Bridge). CRC (830).

Rules: Daily limit, 4 hatchery Chinook including no more than to 2 adults. Minimum size is 12". Release all salmon other than hatchery Chinook. Night closure and anti-snagging rule in effect.

Reason for action: Harvestable numbers of hatchery spring Chinook are forecast to return to Marblemount Hatchery.

Additional information: Anglers are asked to cooperate with creel personnel collecting catch information. Monitoring and evaluation of fisheries is an important part of ensuring we are meeting our conservation goals for salmon. The July 1-15 period of this fishery will also be listed in the upcoming 2023/24 Washington Sportfishing Rules pamphlet.

Information contact: Mill Creek Regional Office, 425-775-1311.

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