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Puget Sound Fishing Forecast: Promising Conditions for Sea-Run Cutthroat, Coho, and Elusive Pinks
For January 24, 2025, fishing in the Puget Sound is looking promising, especially for those familiar with the local conditions.
### Tidal Report
As of today, the tide times for Olympia, Budd Inlet, are as follows: High tide at 4:05 AM with 12.71 feet, low tide at 8:09 AM with 9.8 feet, high tide at 12:22 PM with 13.19 feet, and low tide at 8:17 PM with 0.4 feet[2].
### Weather and Daylight
Sunrise is at 7:45 AM, and sunset is at 5:02 PM. The weather, though not explicitly mentioned, typically remains cool and possibly overcast during this time of year, which can be favorable for fishing.
### Fish Activity
Currently, the fishing for sea-run cutthroat is improving, with fish becoming more active as the chum fry migration approaches. Anglers have been reporting a few fish moving around, and those who keep moving and covering water are having the best success[1].
### Types and Amounts of Fish
While the recent reports indicate fewer fish in the immediate area, there have been some quality catches. Sea-run cutthroat, coho salmon, and occasionally larger pink salmon have been spotted. The pink salmon from the previous season were larger than usual, with some up to 8 and 9 pounds[1].
### Best Lures and Bait
For sea-run cutthroat, using chum fry patterns, Sculpin patterns, Euphausiid and Krill, and small suggestive patterns mimicking copepods, amphipods, and other small crustacean larvae are highly effective. For salmon, casting jigs or float fishing with herring can be very productive[1][4].
### Hot Spots
Deception Pass is a favorite spot for salmon due to the high concentration of fish in a small area. The north Whidbey Island beaches are excellent for catching stunning sea-run cutthroat and bull trout. Another hotspot is Possession Point at the southern tip of Whidbey Island, known for its access to Possession Bar and the intersection of several migration routes, making it a prime location for various species[4].
In summary, today's fishing in the Puget Sound should be good, especially during the early morning outgoing tides. Keep moving, cover a lot of water, and use the right lures to increase your chances of catching some quality fish.
### Tidal Report
As of today, the tide times for Olympia, Budd Inlet, are as follows: High tide at 4:05 AM with 12.71 feet, low tide at 8:09 AM with 9.8 feet, high tide at 12:22 PM with 13.19 feet, and low tide at 8:17 PM with 0.4 feet[2].
### Weather and Daylight
Sunrise is at 7:45 AM, and sunset is at 5:02 PM. The weather, though not explicitly mentioned, typically remains cool and possibly overcast during this time of year, which can be favorable for fishing.
### Fish Activity
Currently, the fishing for sea-run cutthroat is improving, with fish becoming more active as the chum fry migration approaches. Anglers have been reporting a few fish moving around, and those who keep moving and covering water are having the best success[1].
### Types and Amounts of Fish
While the recent reports indicate fewer fish in the immediate area, there have been some quality catches. Sea-run cutthroat, coho salmon, and occasionally larger pink salmon have been spotted. The pink salmon from the previous season were larger than usual, with some up to 8 and 9 pounds[1].
### Best Lures and Bait
For sea-run cutthroat, using chum fry patterns, Sculpin patterns, Euphausiid and Krill, and small suggestive patterns mimicking copepods, amphipods, and other small crustacean larvae are highly effective. For salmon, casting jigs or float fishing with herring can be very productive[1][4].
### Hot Spots
Deception Pass is a favorite spot for salmon due to the high concentration of fish in a small area. The north Whidbey Island beaches are excellent for catching stunning sea-run cutthroat and bull trout. Another hotspot is Possession Point at the southern tip of Whidbey Island, known for its access to Possession Bar and the intersection of several migration routes, making it a prime location for various species[4].
In summary, today's fishing in the Puget Sound should be good, especially during the early morning outgoing tides. Keep moving, cover a lot of water, and use the right lures to increase your chances of catching some quality fish.
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By Quiet. PleaseFor January 24, 2025, fishing in the Puget Sound is looking promising, especially for those familiar with the local conditions.
### Tidal Report
As of today, the tide times for Olympia, Budd Inlet, are as follows: High tide at 4:05 AM with 12.71 feet, low tide at 8:09 AM with 9.8 feet, high tide at 12:22 PM with 13.19 feet, and low tide at 8:17 PM with 0.4 feet[2].
### Weather and Daylight
Sunrise is at 7:45 AM, and sunset is at 5:02 PM. The weather, though not explicitly mentioned, typically remains cool and possibly overcast during this time of year, which can be favorable for fishing.
### Fish Activity
Currently, the fishing for sea-run cutthroat is improving, with fish becoming more active as the chum fry migration approaches. Anglers have been reporting a few fish moving around, and those who keep moving and covering water are having the best success[1].
### Types and Amounts of Fish
While the recent reports indicate fewer fish in the immediate area, there have been some quality catches. Sea-run cutthroat, coho salmon, and occasionally larger pink salmon have been spotted. The pink salmon from the previous season were larger than usual, with some up to 8 and 9 pounds[1].
### Best Lures and Bait
For sea-run cutthroat, using chum fry patterns, Sculpin patterns, Euphausiid and Krill, and small suggestive patterns mimicking copepods, amphipods, and other small crustacean larvae are highly effective. For salmon, casting jigs or float fishing with herring can be very productive[1][4].
### Hot Spots
Deception Pass is a favorite spot for salmon due to the high concentration of fish in a small area. The north Whidbey Island beaches are excellent for catching stunning sea-run cutthroat and bull trout. Another hotspot is Possession Point at the southern tip of Whidbey Island, known for its access to Possession Bar and the intersection of several migration routes, making it a prime location for various species[4].
In summary, today's fishing in the Puget Sound should be good, especially during the early morning outgoing tides. Keep moving, cover a lot of water, and use the right lures to increase your chances of catching some quality fish.
### Tidal Report
As of today, the tide times for Olympia, Budd Inlet, are as follows: High tide at 4:05 AM with 12.71 feet, low tide at 8:09 AM with 9.8 feet, high tide at 12:22 PM with 13.19 feet, and low tide at 8:17 PM with 0.4 feet[2].
### Weather and Daylight
Sunrise is at 7:45 AM, and sunset is at 5:02 PM. The weather, though not explicitly mentioned, typically remains cool and possibly overcast during this time of year, which can be favorable for fishing.
### Fish Activity
Currently, the fishing for sea-run cutthroat is improving, with fish becoming more active as the chum fry migration approaches. Anglers have been reporting a few fish moving around, and those who keep moving and covering water are having the best success[1].
### Types and Amounts of Fish
While the recent reports indicate fewer fish in the immediate area, there have been some quality catches. Sea-run cutthroat, coho salmon, and occasionally larger pink salmon have been spotted. The pink salmon from the previous season were larger than usual, with some up to 8 and 9 pounds[1].
### Best Lures and Bait
For sea-run cutthroat, using chum fry patterns, Sculpin patterns, Euphausiid and Krill, and small suggestive patterns mimicking copepods, amphipods, and other small crustacean larvae are highly effective. For salmon, casting jigs or float fishing with herring can be very productive[1][4].
### Hot Spots
Deception Pass is a favorite spot for salmon due to the high concentration of fish in a small area. The north Whidbey Island beaches are excellent for catching stunning sea-run cutthroat and bull trout. Another hotspot is Possession Point at the southern tip of Whidbey Island, known for its access to Possession Bar and the intersection of several migration routes, making it a prime location for various species[4].
In summary, today's fishing in the Puget Sound should be good, especially during the early morning outgoing tides. Keep moving, cover a lot of water, and use the right lures to increase your chances of catching some quality fish.