CDFW Marine Management News Blog Update: Recreational Ocean Salmon Closures

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MARINE MANAGEMENT NEWS BLOG UPDATE

July 28, 2026

Inseason Recreational Ocean Salmon Closures Announced for California’s North Coast

Chinook salmon in landing net. photo courtesy J. Ugoretz

Attention recreational anglers – the National Marine Fisheries Service has taken action today, July 28, 2026, to close or modify ocean salmon fishing seasons for portions of California's north coast. The Klamath Management Zone, which includes ocean waters between the California/Oregon border and 40º10' N. latitude, is now closed. The Fort Bragg Management Area, between 40º10' N. latitude and Point Arena, will open August 1 and continue through August 9. The remainder of the August dates previously scheduled for the Fort Bragg Management Area are now closed. .... Read more

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