The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife conducted three standardized surveys in 2001, 2015 and 2024 to track changes in the fish community of Lake Spokane (Long Lake) over the 23-year period.

WDFW shellfish seasons indicate the specific times of year when harvesting is permitted. Before heading to the beach, please also check the Department of Health (DOH) information below which is ...

WDFW shellfish seasons indicate the specific times of year when harvesting is permitted. Before heading to the beach, please also check the Department of Health (DOH) information below which is ...

Adjusts weekly landing and possession limits. Documents WSR 25-12-022 filed on May 23, 2025 ...

NOTE: All crab fishing gear must be removed from the water by one hour after sunset on the last day of any fishing period. Crab fishing gear may not remain in the water on closed days.

Opens hatchery Chinook retention in portions of Snake River. Documents WSR 25-12-052 filed on May 29, 2025 ...

Sets Columbia River summer salmon and steelhead seasons from Megler-Astoria Bridge to Highway 395 at Pasco, and summer salmon seasons from Highway 395 Bridge at Pasco to Priest Rapids Dam.

Shoreline access: Good - The eastern half of the lake if bordered by public land allowing suitable bank access, although anglers are most successful using a floating device to fish from.

Species & Habitats At-risk species Species recovery and protection Killer whale (orca) conservation and management Killer whale resources and regulations for boaters ...

OLYMPIA — Washington’s Free Fishing Weekend returns June 7–8, 2025, allowing anglers the opportunity to fish for many species without a license. All fishing for and harvest of shellfish, salmon, ...

RIDGEFIELD — The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) has approved a rule change that will allow people to salvage deer accidentally killed in motor vehicle collisions in Clark, Cowlitz, ...

OLYMPIA – With summer boating and fishing seasons ramping up, the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) is reminding boaters of new laws requiring vessels to stay 1,000 yards away from ...