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Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife
Sept. 17, 2025 |
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Snohomish River recreational fishing closure
Action: Closes all recreational fishing.
Effective date: Sept. 20-Oct. 31, 2025.
Species affected: All species.
Location: Snohomish River from the mouth at the Burlington-Northern Railroad bridges (including all channels, sloughs, and interconnected waterways, excluding all tributaries) to the confluence of the Skykomish and Snoqualmie rivers.
Reason for action: Allowed recreational fishing impacts to Chinook salmon present in Snohomish River are expected to be reached by the end of the day Friday, Sept. 19.
Additional information: Fishery managers encourage anglers to sign up for Fishing Rule Change email notifications and to check for emergency rules on the WDFW website prior to fishing. Refer to the 2025-26 Washington Sport Fishing Rules pamphlet for fishing rules. Download the Fish Washington mobile app to stay up to date on the go.
Information contact: North Puget Sound Region, 425-775-1311, TeamMillCreek@dfw.wa.gov.
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Fishers must have a current Washington fishing license, appropriate to the fishery. Check the Washington Sport Fishing Rules for details on definitions and regulations. Fishing rules are subject to change. Visit wdfw.wa.gov to find a list of mobile, web, print, or customer service phone options for the latest rule information.
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