Puget Sound Seattle Fishing Report Today

Fishing friends, today’s report from Puget Sound Seattle kicks off with classic November conditions. Sunrise is at 7:55 a.m. and sunset drops early at 5:52 p.m., so plan your casts accordingly. The weather’s calling for a gusty, wet morning with a Small Craft Advisory in effect; south winds start mild but climb up to 25 knots, so boat anglers: keep safe, hug the shorelines, and scout your leeward bays.

For Saturday, November 1st, local tide charts peg a 2.23 ft low tide around 7:41 a.m., rising to a 11.09 ft high at 2:25 p.m., with another falling tide by evening[Seattle Puget Sound tide chart]. That mid-day flood brings prime water movement—fish will be active during this swing, especially around flats, creek mouths, and edges of submerged structure.

Now to what’s biting. Week’s headlines have been about the late chum salmon run—these bruisers are swirling near estuaries like the mouth of the Duwamish and along Lincoln Park's shoreline. Reports from Northwest Fishing Magazine say chum catches have been steady; most boats are finding five to seven fish per outing, though some bank anglers have landed even more on strong outgoing tides. Don't overlook coho, either; resident silvers are holding deeper around Bainbridge Island and West Point, most weighing in at two to eight pounds lately. Crabbing closes soon, but pots last weekend near Shilshole, Edmonds, and Vashon were stuffed heavy with keeper Dungeness—locals are hauling doubles.

For gear, match your lure to the bite: chum are slamming 3/8 oz pink corky setups or chartreuse marabou jigs, especially tipped with shrimp. Coho are switching between white hootchie rigs and mini pink spoons; troll these just above the kelp beds for best results. Herring cut-plug remains the classic Puget Sound bait for both salmon species—brined overnight for firm presentation, then run slow behind a dodger for flash. Shore casters should toss glow spoons at first light, especially after the recent rainfall has muddied the water.

Top hot spots for today:

- Lincoln Park south beach is putting up steady numbers of chum on both tides, with bonus cutthroat in the mix when fishing the softer pockets.

- Richmond Beach is seeing an uptick in coho action—try working directly off the point during peak incoming, where the bait schools stack.

- Golden Gardens jetty is productive for mixed bag: try there late in the afternoon when high water clears in, tossing jigs or plunking shrimp-tipped gear.

As November pushes on, temperature drops and daylight shrinks, but that makes mid-day fishing windows extra sweet. Remember to double-check those regulations on salmon and crab before heading out—closures come fast this time of year.

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Artificial Lure here with your Friday, October 31, 2025 Puget Sound fishing report. If you’re heading out this Halloween morning, get ready for a classic chilly, gray Seattle start—temps hovering in the mid-40s, patchy fog, and some drizzle possible. Winds will pick up this afternoon, with a Gale Warning already posted from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, favoring those early birds on the water, so keep an eye on conditions—especially smaller craft (according to NOAA Marine Weather).

Sunrise hit at 7:52 this morning and you’ll have daylight until 5:52 tonight. As for tides, today’s first low was about 6:40 AM at just under 2 feet, giving way to a big high at 1:59 PM—over 11 feet—then an evening low around 8:30 at a little under 5 feet. These hearty fall swings bring strong moving water—the afternoon flood tide is a prime window for hungry fish on the bite (from Tide-Forecast and TidesChart).

Water’s cooling off but there’s fire in the action. We’re still catching late-run coho and the very last of the pinks higher up the Sound and in certain rivers, but much of the attention is turning to the classic fall chum salmon push. These brutes are rowdy and showing up strong from the Green River mouth up through Possession Bar and over at Hoodsport. Reports the past couple days show limits coming in the mornings when anglers find the current breaks—look for rolling pods if the light is good. Herring-pattern spinners, purple/chartreuse hoochies, and eggs under a float near river mouths are top producers. Several locals scored limits by 10 AM yesterday near Edmonds tossing orange Vibrax spinners.

Blackmouth (resident chinook) are becoming more active, especially in the morning ebb around Elliott Bay, Shilshole, and Southworth. Trollers picking up 6-8 pound fish dragging green and white glow flashers with 3" to 3.5" Coho Killers or Cookies and Cream spoons 80–120 feet down.

Bottomfish fans: spiny dogfish sharks are thick and providing non-stop action almost everywhere—great fun for light tackle, especially in the area south of Vashon and Point Defiance. You’ll find some healthy cabezon and pile perch in the rockier shallows. If you’re just looking to bend a rod, a chunk of herring or even squid strips will keep you busy.

Lingcod are closed in Marine Area 10, but keepers are coming up further north near Deception Pass in deeper water. Always make sure you’re checking this year’s regs before targeting any bottomfish.

For crabbing, it’s late in the season but pots are still pulling up firm Dungeness in West Seattle (Alki), Port Orchard, and by the Edmonds ferry dock—chicken a top bait right now. Remember, check for updates on legal areas and limits.

Today’s hot spots:

- **Hoodsport**: Chum thick in the salt and scent baits work best—try eggs or shrimp.

- **Possession Bar**: Late coho and early blackmouth, best on the morning tide change.

- **Shilshole Bay**: Steady mixed-bag action—salmon, dogfish, and good crabbing near the locks.

- **Point Defiance**: Chum salmon

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Artificial Lure here with your Puget Sound daily fishing report for Thursday, October 30th, 2025. We're rolling into late fall, and while mornings start crisp, the fish and local scene are still showing plenty of life.

First, your **tidal report**: Today we saw a **morning low tide around 5:34 a.m.**, with the next **high tide peaking at 1:22 p.m.** before dropping off to another low at 8:08 p.m. Tidal coefficients are sitting low, meaning only mild current, so fish might be holding deeper or tighter to structure—expect subtle shifts rather than dramatic runs of action according to Tides4Fishing. We’re in those typical short days; **sunrise was at 7:51 a.m. and sunset clocks in tonight at 5:53 p.m.**, so plan your outings accordingly.

**Weather-wise**, expect typical late-October vibes. According to NOAA, it's a cool start in the 40s, climbing to the mid-50s, with patchy clouds and a slight east wind. Should be dry today, so you'll have comfortable conditions for casting.

On to **fish activity**: Salmon season is winding down, but the late run of **chum ("dog") salmon** is creating a commotion in estuaries and river mouths, and local anglers are still pulling a few hard-fighting coho in open Sound. Reports from recent days suggest **chum are thick around the Nisqually delta**, and folks are still picking up some **coho in the shipping lanes** off Edmonds and Shilshole—mostly early or late in the day. The big October push of pinks is long gone; the last holdovers are now way upriver or spawned out.

If it’s bottomfish you’re after, the **lingcod bite remains respectable within the 120-foot contour,** especially near rocky reefs off West Seattle and Southworth. **Pier anglers** at Seacrest and Des Moines are still landing **flounder and an occasional cabezon.** For the crabbers, Dungeness have been moving, and pots set near Alki or Possession Bar on an incoming tide are worth checking.

**Recent catches**: According to Puget Sound Fishing Report, yesterday saw a couple of limits of coho salmon come off the boats trolling near Edmonds. Beach fishers reported a handful of decent chum near Lincoln Park in West Seattle, mainly turning up at dawn. Lingcod and flounder continue to bend rods along the city piers, with squid jiggers on the Elliott Bay waterfront also doing well at night.

**Best lures and bait** this week:

- For salmon, try a **purple/chartreuse hoochie behind a green flasher** or a **cut-plug herring**, especially if the water’s a bit murky from recent rain—tips endorsed by Gone Fishing Northwest.

- Chum salmon respond well to **pink yarn flies or jigs tipped with scent** near river mouths.

- Lingcod are hammering **white swimbaits and large herring** on a dropper rig.

- For flounder and general bottomfish, a **simple chunk of squid or sandworm** on a Carolina rig is a go-to.

- Squid jigs in natural or pink patterns have found success lately for the nocturnal pier crowd.

For **hot spots**, I'd set my sights on:

- **Edmonds Marina bre

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Good morning anglers, Artificial Lure here with your Puget Sound fishing report for Wednesday, October 29th, 2025, fresh from the heart of Seattle.

Let’s kick things off with the tides: Seattle is seeing a low at 4:35 am today at 0.62 feet, and a strong high rolls in at 12:29 pm, peaking near 10.4 feet, followed by a 7:04 pm low at 7.25 feet. The best bite windows fall in sync with these movements—so plan those casts around lunch and early evening. Today’s sunrise hit at 7:49 am, with sunset expected at 5:58 pm. That gives us about ten hours of daylight to make the most of a mild fall bite.

Weather’s typical October Sound: 46°F with a gentle 7 mph breeze and cloud cover at just 6%. Even with the water temperature locked at 54°F, a light windbreaker is smart—morning hours will feel chilly near the water, and a little drizzle isn’t out of the question.

Fish activity has been solid! Pink salmon and coho are dominating catches—according to recent local reports, it’s still prime time for those humpies, with many anglers landing limits from gravel bars and estuary runs. The Mountaineers and Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife estimate more than 300,000 pink salmon running up Snohomish and nearby rivers this fall. Cohos remain active too, chasing those cooler tides, with two- to five-pounders common right now.

For lures, the hot ticket remains pink buzz bombs, small spinners (think gold or pink patterns), and white or chartreuse hoochies if you’re trolling. Bank anglers have been swinging small pink jigs or using 1/8 oz spoons—especially during the major bite windows that align with the tide swing. If you’re after coho, try a blue or green flash fly behind a dodger, or toss larger spinners straight into tidal flows around creek mouths. Best bait on hand is still fresh shrimp, but cured salmon eggs are tempting those staging fish near the river mouths.

Recent catches have spotlighted success at a couple of key hotspots:

- Lincoln Park shoreline, West Seattle: consistent pinks in the mornings and again on the incoming afternoon tide.

- Shilshole Bay Marina: hot for cohos, especially right at high tide and during dusk.

You’ll also find action out around Edmonds Pier and at the mouth of the Snohomish for those late-season salmon. For the crabbers, heads up—crabs are still being pulled up in decent numbers, especially near Bainbridge Island and inside Elliott Bay.

Remember, pinks are wrapping up their spawning, so treat the reds with respect and avoid wading through shallow gravel where eggs are set. Chums are just starting to trickle in, so keep an eye out for bigger, tougher fish as we step into November.

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Good morning anglers, Artificial Lure here with your Puget Sound and Seattle fishing report for October 28th, 2025.

Out on the Sound today, we've got a classic late-October feel: partly cloudy and cool, with air temps in the upper 40s ramping toward the low 50s by midday. Winds are mild but picking up to 10 knots from the south in the afternoon, so keep an extra layer handy and watch for that breeze if you’re heading out in a smaller craft. Sunrise hit at 7:48 am and sunset’s expected at 5:57 pm, giving you a solid window for both morning and evening bites, especially with active tide movement during prime hours.

Let’s check today’s tides for Seattle Puget Sound: low tide at 3:39 am (0.1 ft), rolling up to a high tide at 11:30 am (10.4 ft), then back down for another low at 5:33 pm (7.87 ft), followed by a late-evening high at 8:59 pm (8.17 ft). That strong midday high paired with a slow fall through afternoon spells out good current and water movement for chasing salmon and bottomfish all around Elliott Bay and Shilshole Bay.

The hot talk this fall has been the historic run of pink salmon. Recent reports out of the greater Puget Sound area say rivers and the nearshore are flush with pinks, lighting up the waters all through October. Local anglers in the Everett and Tacoma corridors have been stacking up 3- to 5-pounders pretty much every trip, especially on the morning incoming tide. Silvers (coho) are still showing in respectable numbers around Point No Point and down toward Lincoln Park, with the best action concentrated at dawn and dusk as fish move in with cooler water[3].

Pink salmon have been smashing anything flashy, but the consistent winner is a 1.5- to 2-inch pink or chartreuse Buzz Bomb, fished with a hoochie skirt for extra action. For the fly folks, a Clouser Minnow or Rolled Muddler in pink or white will get hit, especially as the water clears toward midday. Shore anglers working classic spots from Edmonds pier, Mukilteo, and Lincoln Park are finding success with small spoons in pink or copper, as well as jigs tipped with Berkley Gulp.

If you’re planning a trip for bottomfish, blackmouth (resident Chinook) are taking smaller herring or anchovy trolled behind a green or chartreuse flasher. Drop a candlefish jig or light metal near the drop-offs at West Point for a legit shot at a keeper. Dungeness crab action is still steady off Alki and Shilshole—try chicken backs or salmon heads in your pots for best results as we close out the main crabbing season.

A couple of hot spots worth hitting today:

- **Shilshole Bay:** Big tide swings plus schooling baitfish—perfect for pinks, coho, and blackmouth. Find the rips and fish the tide turns for best results.

- **Lincoln Park (West Seattle):** Excellent walk-on access. Cast buzz bombs or twitch jigs right at the edge of the kelp beds; coho and pinks are pushing in tight.

- Close second: Mukilteo Pier for its salmon mix, or for solitude, push north to Richmond Beach for a shot at late-bit

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Good morning, anglers—this is Artificial Lure coming to you with your Puget Sound fishing report for Monday, October 27th, 2025. If you’re headed out today in Seattle and greater Puget Sound, expect classic Northwest autumn conditions: cool, damp air in the low 50s at sunrise with cloud cover holding throughout most of the day, and a breeze out of the south. Sunrise at 7:47 AM and sunset at 6:02 PM set great bookends for your fishing, and the first-quarter moon phase should help keep fish active through the tidal swings.

The tides are in your favor for a productive day on the water. NOAA lists a very early low tide at -0.45 feet around 3:42 AM, the morning high rolling up at 11:15 AM near 14 feet, followed by a dropping tide to 8.7 feet around dinner, and an evening high at 8:22 PM. These strong tidal changes, especially around the late-morning high, should push baitfish close to structure and pull in aggressive salmon and sea-run cutthroat. Tides.net and Tide-Forecast.com both confirm these timings, so it’s a good day for planning those prime hours in the mid-morning for saltwater action.

Salmon are still the talk of the sound, with reports over the weekend of solid coho and late chum being caught from shore and by boaters, especially near the shipping lanes and creek mouths. According to Puget Sound Seattle Daily Fishing Report, there’s a solid “Salmon surge” right now, and shorecasters have also been bagging resident blackmouth on both spoons and herring. The chum are staging strongest near river mouths—the Duwamish and Snohomish inlets are seeing real action. Troll cut-plug herring or pink hootchies in 20-50 feet, and be sure to work the color wheel: purple haze and chartreuse have been hot.

Don’t overlook mixed-bag bottom fishing. Reports from FishingReminder just north in Bellevue and Meydenbauer Bay call out a steady bite on flounder, sole, and even the odd Pacific cod around docks and reefs—especially during the evening tide push. If you’re looking for a livewell filler, sand shrimp under a sliding sinker or a white curly-tail grub are your best bets near these structures.

Crabbing remains worth a few pots if you’re licensed, with Dungeness and red rock still moving in the sandy channels during these fat tides. Best bets are deeper off Edmonds and at the mouth of Shilshole Bay. Chicken backs or salmon heads are working best.

Popular lures right now:

- **For salmon:** 3-inch Coho Killers, purple/chartreuse Rotators, and dyed herring strips on 2/0-4/0 hooks.

- **For cutthroat:** olive-and-white Clouser minnows or small silver Kastmasters.

- **For bottomfish:** 2-4” curly tails in white or chartreuse, or natural bait like sand shrimp and squid strips.

Today’s local hot spots to consider:

- **Edmonds Pier:** solid chinook and coho by mid-morning, plus great squid at night under lights.

- **Lincoln Park in West Seattle:** consistent for cutthroat and resident coho, best around the 11am high tide.

- **Point No Point:** always a classi

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Puget Sound anglers, this is Artificial Lure with your Sunday, October 26th fishing report for the Seattle area. Let’s break it down like a true local, covering the tides, weather, recent fish action, and what’s working on the water right now.

First, your **tide report**: This morning’s high tide hits Seattle Puget Sound at 9:35 a.m. with a solid 10.73 feet, then falls to a 7.97 ft low at 3:01 p.m., followed by another push up to 9.19 ft around 7:17 p.m. The tidal swing should spark fish activity, especially around those transitions.

**Sunrise** was at 7:46 a.m. and we’ll have light until 6:01 p.m. **Weather** is chilly and classic fall—expect a damp 55°F, some drizzle, and cloud cover at 100%. Winds are brisk—22 mph, gusting up to 33, so bundle up and use caution on open water. A marine forecast from the National Weather Service calls for winds 10-15 knots, shifting to lighter SW in the afternoon, with rain on and off. It’ll keep things interesting, but keep an eye on those flags and check for marine advisories before launching.

Moving to the **bite**: This week saw mixed action on resident coho and the tail end of fresh-run pinks. Reports from trusted boots-on-the-ground sources like The Outdoor Line say anglers working the southern and central Sound are still plucking a few nice late coho—especially in the morning or evenings, often close to the top of the flood. There’s also an uptick in squid jigging activity around the piers after dark, with squidders finding good numbers at places like Seacrest Pier and the Des Moines Marina. Crabbers are out in force too, hauling up plenty of Dungeness in legal numbers, so long as the pots are dropped deep enough and off hard structure.

**Recent catches** have included:

- Cohos running 4-6 lbs, with a few “football” hatchery fish mixed in

- Resident blackmouth (immature Chinook) starting to show, especially off Jefferson Head and Possession Bar

- A continued trickle of pinks—wind-down time, but still possible inside Hylebos and Elliott Bays

- Squid limits coming fast at nights on pier lights

- Dungeness crab pots coming up heavy south of the Narrows and off Edmonds

**Best lures and bait**: For *salmon*, nothing beats trolling green or purple haze hoochies behind white or UV flashers, with a 36-inch leader. Cut-plug herring continues to outpace spoons and plugs, especially north of Alki. For blackmouth, 3” to 4” spoons like Coho Killers or Kingfisher Lites in “Cookies and Cream” or “Irish Cream” colors are top producers. Squidders are getting limits on #2.5 to #3.0 jigs in classic pink or chartreuse under the lights.

If you’re after *crab*, jars stuffed with oily salmon heads and chicken legs are pulling the most pots.

**Hot spots** right now:

- Shilshole Bay and Meadow Point for coho on a flood tide, especially at dawn

- Possession Bar holds blackmouth on the outgoing

- Elliott Bay piers for squid after sunset

- The Tacoma Narrows for Dungeness—just set your pots deep and watch your soak times

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Artificial Lure here, bringing you your Saturday fishing report for Puget Sound and the greater Seattle area. October 25th, 2025 is shaping up with moody autumn vibes: the sun comes up at 7:43 am and sets at 6:02 pm, perfect for chasing that early bite or winding down at golden hour.

Today’s tides on Seattle’s shores set a rhythm for your angling: low tide at 1:22 am (-0.11 ft), a roaring high at 8:47 am (11.1 ft), then low again at 2:18 pm (7.8 ft), and a final high at 6:41 pm (9.4 ft). That morning high sets up excellent water movement—expect active fish through the first half of the day, especially with a waxing crescent moon above. NOAA’s marine forecast calls for southeast winds shifting from 15–20 knots and climbing, paired with steady rain later—there’s a gale watch from Saturday evening, so boaters should keep an eye on conditions and always wear that PFD. Land-based anglers, grab your rain gear and thermos; you’ll be out in the elements.

On the bite front, fall means opportunity. Salmon are surging: local catches this week report solid numbers of **chum** and **coho** moving through the Sound. Winter blackmouth (juvenile chinook) are feeding aggressively in deeper channels—these Kings stick around all year, giving you a shot at big, feisty fish according to SeattleFishing.com. Chum are stacking up near river mouths, with anglers picking up fresh fish at Hoodsport and the mouth of the Duwamish.

As for gear, **herring strips** and **anchovy** cut-plugs trolled on green or purple flasher rigs are top producers for blackmouth. Coho are hammering on **pink hoochies**, small spoons like the Silver Horde Coho Killer, and twitching jigs at creek mouths during dusk. Chum respond best to chartreuse or cerise marabou jigs just off estuary sand spits—don’t overlook a slow, subtle presentation if the water’s cloudy from rain.

Hot spots worth swinging by today:

- Shilshole Bay: Known for strong tide flows and weekend salmon catches, especially just west of the marina breakwater.

- Sinclair Inlet Marina: Safe access and consistent bites for coho and the odd blackmouth on deeper mooch setups.

- Hoodsport: Classic for shorebound chum. Try twitching jigs as the tide pushes in.

- The Duwamish mouth: Urban spot for coho and sea-run cutthroat; best action early as tide peaks.

Don’t forget about crabbing—October pots bring in hearty Dungeness, especially around deeper ledges near Bainbridge and Point Jefferson. Chicken and salmon heads are killer baits in pots right now.

The weather’s blustery, but the fish are feeding hard. Try beach-casting before the wind picks up, focus on tide swings for top action, and adjust your lure color for that post-rain clarity shift. Local shops report that green and purple flashers are selling out fast, so grab your tackle early.

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Good morning anglers, Artificial Lure here with your Friday October 24 Puget Sound fishing report.

We’re heading into the heart of fall and today’s **tide cycle** starts with a low at 12:50am (-1.02 ft), followed by a high at 8:07am (10.89 ft), a moderate low at 1:27pm (7.28 ft), and another high at 6:17pm (10.07 ft). If you’re timing your launch, sunrise is at 7:43am and sunset wraps up the day at 6:05pm.

The **weather** looks windy and wet—National Weather Service expects steady south winds at 15 to 20 knots in the morning, bringing rain showers throughout the day. Waves should stay around 2 feet or less, but keep a close eye on the forecast since Saturday evening brings another round of gusts and rain.

**Salmon activity** remains the big story this week. There’s been a steady bite on coho and a late push of chum in the southern Sound. Point Defiance and the Narrows are producing limits for those braving the early morning chop. Most boaters and shore casters have had their best luck in the hour before peak high tide—keep that 8:07am window in mind. Reports from local shops say anglers landed a mix of silvers in the 3-7lb range around Lincoln Park and up near Edmonds, with some boats reporting over a dozen hookups on the drift.

Considering the rain and rising barometer, switch to **bright and reflective lures**—White or chartreuse hoochies and Silver spoons are the current standouts. Try a pink mini-squid for chums or a green flasher with a cut-plug herring for coho. Early morning topwater action is best with needlefish patterns. Bait-wise, herring and anchovy remain the go-tos for trolling and mooching. Bank fishermen at Alki Beach are doing best with sand shrimp or cured eggs under slip floats.

A few steelhead and sea-run cutthroat have shown up in the mouths of feeder creeks entering the Sound, especially in West Seattle and the Nisqually Reach. Nightcrawlers or small soft plastics (pink or orange) dragged near the bottom have taken the prize.

Hot spots to target today:

- **Point Defiance/Tahlequah**: Consistent coho and chum, especially at the outgoing tide swing. Overcast skies perfect for drift mooching.

- **Lincoln Park/Lowman Beach**: Good numbers of coho staging just offshore. Casting off the point near creek mouths can pay off.

If birdlife is your jam, the year of the shearwater continues! Dune Peninsula at Point Defiance is seeing regular flocks of short-tailed shearwaters and sooty shearwaters, often mixed with northern fulmars and Sabine’s gulls. Birders have spotted ancient murrelets diving after small baitfish—another sign the forage is abundant, which keeps salmon feeding aggressively.

Keep safety in mind today. With wind and rain in the forecast, make sure all gear is stowed and lifejackets are on. Water temps are chilling fast and the chop can build quickly. Watch for debris if you’re running the western shoreline, as a few close calls have been reported near the ferry lanes.

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Artificial Lure here with your Thursday, October 23, 2025 Puget Sound fishing report, serving up fresh details straight from the docks and shoreline around Seattle.

Sunrise splashed over the Sound at 7:34 a.m., with sunset rolling in tonight just after 6:08 p.m. Light south winds began the morning with crisp air and scattered clouds. Temps held in the high 40s at dawn, rising to mid-50s this afternoon, with a drizzle chance late day. Dress layered and keep your rain gear handy.

Tidal movement is key today—NOAA forecasts a high tide at 6:30 a.m around 8 feet, dropping to a midday low around 11:30 a.m at 5.46 feet, then climbing again for a late afternoon peak at 4:21 p.m. Anglers in the know will fish the incoming tide after that morning low; salmon cruise with the flood current, so plan to hit your favorite spot an hour before, and stick it out as that water rises for maximum action.

Coho salmon remain the headliner, thick across the north Sound and running strong through the Duwamish and Snohomish river mouths. Chum are arriving in small schools—expect bites to heat up end of month. Recent catches report coho averaging 7–12 pounds, with some teens landed off West Point and Shilshole. Hiram Chittenden Locks fish ladder data confirms peak coho migration now, so it’s prime time to cast for silver.

Out on the water, herring—either live or cut plug—has outperformed lately; drift them on a barbless stinger for best results (local YouTube anglers showed big fish netted using this method this week). Trollers should run maglips or small spoons behind flashers at 40 to 70 feet, dead slow. Early migrators respond to feeding triggers, so the roll and wobble matter: flashers with green or chartreuse paddles, leaders 36–54 inches, and bait trolled at a brisk walk.

Terminal areas favor pink hoochies with short leaders—longtime guides swear by the “Qualicum Special” (Purple Haze hoochie with an MP2 insert). Territorial aggression drives coho bites now, so downsizing and keeping lures visible is working around Mukilteo and Point No Point.

Don’t overlook Dungeness crab—pots filled up fast last week, especially near Alki and Vashon Island edges. Chicken and herring are top bait, but mix in fish heads if you’ve got ‘em from today’s fillet job.

Rockfish and perch are biting well for shore anglers along Edmonds jetty using three-hook drop shot rigs. Toss worms or shrimp bits for steady action; the perch are chunky and schooling.

For hot spots, West Point saltwater access remains productive for coho all week—troll the drop-off at flood tide with cut plug herring. Ballard Locks continues to be a draw for salmon-watchers and river mouth casting. Further north, Point No Point and the waters off Kingston have seen consistent coho and the first push of chum. For crabbers, the east side of Vashon is prime.

Fresh rumors of small shark catches are circulating in northern Sound but remain incidental—bycatch in deeper waters.

Remember, always check the latest WDFW reg

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