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Coho Surge in Puget Sound - Promising Fishing Forecast for October 2024
As of October 8, 2024, the fishing scene in Puget Sound is looking promising, especially with the cooler weather setting in.
### Weather and Tides
Today, you can expect partly cloudy skies with a high of around 58 degrees Fahrenheit and a low of 48 degrees. The sunrise is at 7:24 AM, and sunset will be at 6:14 PM. Tides are crucial for fishing here; today's high tide is at 9:17 AM, and the low tide is at 3:04 PM. The tidal range is moderate, which should help in moving fish around.
### Fish Activity
Yesterday saw a good amount of activity, particularly for coho salmon. Anglers reported catching several coho, especially in the North Puget Sound areas such as the Skagit and Snohomish rivers. These fish are becoming more active as the waters cool down, and the fall-run coho are starting to flood into freshwater.
### Catch Reports
From the creel reports, it's clear that coho salmon were the main catch. At the Armeni Public Ramp in Area 10, anglers caught around 44 coho per 23 interviews. Similarly, at the Everett Ramp, coho dominated the catch with 203 coho caught by 242 anglers.
### Best Lures and Bait
For coho salmon, small spinners, jigs, or flies are highly effective. In the rivers, look for areas with cutbanks or large woody debris where these fish tend to congregate. Hatchery coho, which must have a healed clipped fin, are the ones you can retain. For sea-run cutthroat, which are also active, use light tackle or fly fishing gear with small lures or bait.
### Hot Spots
- **Skagit River**: This river is one of the best spots for coho salmon right now. The sections that are open for fishing are seeing a good run of these fish.
- **Snohomish River**: Similar to the Skagit, the Snohomish River is another hot spot for coho salmon. Look for areas with good structure like cutbanks and woody debris.
- **Puget Sound Marine Areas**: For those looking to fish in the marine areas, the waters around Hood Canal and coastal bays are good for both coho and sea-run cutthroat.
Make sure to check the fishing regulations and use the Fish Washington mobile app to stay updated on any special rules or gear restrictions to protect wild species.
### Weather and Tides
Today, you can expect partly cloudy skies with a high of around 58 degrees Fahrenheit and a low of 48 degrees. The sunrise is at 7:24 AM, and sunset will be at 6:14 PM. Tides are crucial for fishing here; today's high tide is at 9:17 AM, and the low tide is at 3:04 PM. The tidal range is moderate, which should help in moving fish around.
### Fish Activity
Yesterday saw a good amount of activity, particularly for coho salmon. Anglers reported catching several coho, especially in the North Puget Sound areas such as the Skagit and Snohomish rivers. These fish are becoming more active as the waters cool down, and the fall-run coho are starting to flood into freshwater.
### Catch Reports
From the creel reports, it's clear that coho salmon were the main catch. At the Armeni Public Ramp in Area 10, anglers caught around 44 coho per 23 interviews. Similarly, at the Everett Ramp, coho dominated the catch with 203 coho caught by 242 anglers.
### Best Lures and Bait
For coho salmon, small spinners, jigs, or flies are highly effective. In the rivers, look for areas with cutbanks or large woody debris where these fish tend to congregate. Hatchery coho, which must have a healed clipped fin, are the ones you can retain. For sea-run cutthroat, which are also active, use light tackle or fly fishing gear with small lures or bait.
### Hot Spots
- **Skagit River**: This river is one of the best spots for coho salmon right now. The sections that are open for fishing are seeing a good run of these fish.
- **Snohomish River**: Similar to the Skagit, the Snohomish River is another hot spot for coho salmon. Look for areas with good structure like cutbanks and woody debris.
- **Puget Sound Marine Areas**: For those looking to fish in the marine areas, the waters around Hood Canal and coastal bays are good for both coho and sea-run cutthroat.
Make sure to check the fishing regulations and use the Fish Washington mobile app to stay updated on any special rules or gear restrictions to protect wild species.
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By Quiet. PleaseAs of October 8, 2024, the fishing scene in Puget Sound is looking promising, especially with the cooler weather setting in.
### Weather and Tides
Today, you can expect partly cloudy skies with a high of around 58 degrees Fahrenheit and a low of 48 degrees. The sunrise is at 7:24 AM, and sunset will be at 6:14 PM. Tides are crucial for fishing here; today's high tide is at 9:17 AM, and the low tide is at 3:04 PM. The tidal range is moderate, which should help in moving fish around.
### Fish Activity
Yesterday saw a good amount of activity, particularly for coho salmon. Anglers reported catching several coho, especially in the North Puget Sound areas such as the Skagit and Snohomish rivers. These fish are becoming more active as the waters cool down, and the fall-run coho are starting to flood into freshwater.
### Catch Reports
From the creel reports, it's clear that coho salmon were the main catch. At the Armeni Public Ramp in Area 10, anglers caught around 44 coho per 23 interviews. Similarly, at the Everett Ramp, coho dominated the catch with 203 coho caught by 242 anglers.
### Best Lures and Bait
For coho salmon, small spinners, jigs, or flies are highly effective. In the rivers, look for areas with cutbanks or large woody debris where these fish tend to congregate. Hatchery coho, which must have a healed clipped fin, are the ones you can retain. For sea-run cutthroat, which are also active, use light tackle or fly fishing gear with small lures or bait.
### Hot Spots
- **Skagit River**: This river is one of the best spots for coho salmon right now. The sections that are open for fishing are seeing a good run of these fish.
- **Snohomish River**: Similar to the Skagit, the Snohomish River is another hot spot for coho salmon. Look for areas with good structure like cutbanks and woody debris.
- **Puget Sound Marine Areas**: For those looking to fish in the marine areas, the waters around Hood Canal and coastal bays are good for both coho and sea-run cutthroat.
Make sure to check the fishing regulations and use the Fish Washington mobile app to stay updated on any special rules or gear restrictions to protect wild species.
### Weather and Tides
Today, you can expect partly cloudy skies with a high of around 58 degrees Fahrenheit and a low of 48 degrees. The sunrise is at 7:24 AM, and sunset will be at 6:14 PM. Tides are crucial for fishing here; today's high tide is at 9:17 AM, and the low tide is at 3:04 PM. The tidal range is moderate, which should help in moving fish around.
### Fish Activity
Yesterday saw a good amount of activity, particularly for coho salmon. Anglers reported catching several coho, especially in the North Puget Sound areas such as the Skagit and Snohomish rivers. These fish are becoming more active as the waters cool down, and the fall-run coho are starting to flood into freshwater.
### Catch Reports
From the creel reports, it's clear that coho salmon were the main catch. At the Armeni Public Ramp in Area 10, anglers caught around 44 coho per 23 interviews. Similarly, at the Everett Ramp, coho dominated the catch with 203 coho caught by 242 anglers.
### Best Lures and Bait
For coho salmon, small spinners, jigs, or flies are highly effective. In the rivers, look for areas with cutbanks or large woody debris where these fish tend to congregate. Hatchery coho, which must have a healed clipped fin, are the ones you can retain. For sea-run cutthroat, which are also active, use light tackle or fly fishing gear with small lures or bait.
### Hot Spots
- **Skagit River**: This river is one of the best spots for coho salmon right now. The sections that are open for fishing are seeing a good run of these fish.
- **Snohomish River**: Similar to the Skagit, the Snohomish River is another hot spot for coho salmon. Look for areas with good structure like cutbanks and woody debris.
- **Puget Sound Marine Areas**: For those looking to fish in the marine areas, the waters around Hood Canal and coastal bays are good for both coho and sea-run cutthroat.
Make sure to check the fishing regulations and use the Fish Washington mobile app to stay updated on any special rules or gear restrictions to protect wild species.