Artificial Lure here with your Puget Sound fishing report for Friday, October 24, 2025.

First light hit us at 7:43 AM, while sunset’s coming at 6:05 PM tonight, giving us just over ten hours to work the water. Today’s tidal swing is strong, with morning high tide peaking at 8:07 AM at 10.89 ft and a low ebb at 1:27 PM dropping to 7.28 ft—classic autumn amplitudes that always get fish moving. We’re on a 76 tidal coefficient early, so expect brisk currents and plenty of bait pushed around, which is prime for predator action according to Tides4Fishing.

Weather’s typical for late October: rainy skies, temps barely nudging past 52°F, and winds southwesterly at 15–20 knots through afternoon. Expect some chop out there, but if you’re careful, the bite should be worth it. NOAA’s marine forecast reminds us—rain for much of the day, with gusts up to 20 knots, so bring your best rain gear and maybe a hot mug.

Now let’s talk fish. Salmon are running, especially in the Chambers Bay area. Pierce Prairie Post confirms the chinook and coho are working their way up, though lower flows in some tributaries mean the best action’s near the Sound. Anglers reported solid catches of coho this week, averaging 6–8 pounds, with even a few chinook pushing 15. Cutthroat trout are active up in the shallows and along creek mouths—plenty of fun for light tackle or fly anglers.

For lures, nothing’s out-fishing classic pink and chartreuse hoochies behind a flasher for coho, with 30-inch leaders to keep things lively. Trolled cut-plug herring remains lethal, especially at first light or on that full incoming tide. If you’re working the beach, try casting a 3" Buzz Bomb in white or green—most productive the past few days on the eastern shore.

Bait anglers, roe is absolutely deadly right now for both salmon and steelhead—Gone Fishing Northwest lays out that an egg loop is key for getting a good presentation. If you prefer live bait, sand shrimp under a slip bobber can trigger a bite, especially if you’re working river mouths at low slack.

For hot spots, Point Defiance Park is getting a lot of buzz—not just for the birds (shout-out to the year of the shearwater, per The JOLT News), but the bite’s been hot on the outgoing tide for coho and cutthroat. Don’t overlook the Narrows either, especially south end near Titlow Beach. There’s a consistent push of bait with bigger currents, and seals have been active, which usually means fish are nearby.

Safety note: The Coast Guard is urging everyone to keep a close eye on weather alerts—a strong storm’s churning offshore, so check conditions before heading out.

In summary, today’s the day: strong tides, rain, and plenty of fish swirling under cloud cover. Grab your flashers, some fresh herring, or a jar of roe, and hit the Sound before sunset. Good luck out there, and here’s hoping your net’s wet by noon.

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