Puget Sound, Washington Fishing Report Today

Hey there, fellow anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Puget Sound fishing report for March 17, 2025.

We're looking at a partly cloudy day with highs around 55°F and light winds. Sunrise was at 7:18 AM and sunset will be at 7:15 PM, so we've got plenty of daylight to work with. Tides are looking good - we've got a low tide of 1.2 feet at 10:42 AM and a high tide of 10.8 feet at 4:56 PM.

The big news is that the Chinook season in Marine Areas 10 and 11 is still going strong. Anglers have been averaging 1-2 fish per trip, with most blackmouth in the 6-10 pound range. A few lucky folks have landed some in the teens. We're also seeing some decent action on resident coho, with most fish in the 3-5 pound range.

For you Chinook hunters, try trolling with downriggers near Jefferson Head and Possession Bar. Green Dot and Purple Haze Yamashita squids behind flashers have been hot producers. Don't forget your Tomic plugs either - the 602 and 603 patterns in 4" size are always solid choices this time of year.

If you're after coho, casting Buzz Bombs and Rotators from the Edmonds Pier has been productive. For bait fishermen, herring has been the ticket. Try jigging for your own if you can - fresh is always best. Anchovies and squid strips are good backups.

Cutthroat fishing has been excellent in Lake Sammamish. Small spoons and Woolly Bugger flies have been doing the trick. A few anglers reported catching and releasing some hefty 16-18 inch cutties near Idylwood Park.

For you crabbers out there, the pots have been coming up full lately. Just remember we're in a Wednesday-Saturday only season right now.

Hot spots to check out this week: Point No Point for salmon trolling, Redondo Beach Pier for squid jigging at night, and the north end of Vashon Island for some mixed bag action.

Tight lines, everyone! This is Artificial Lure, signing off until next time.

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Hey there, Puget Sound anglers! Artificial Lure here with your fishing report for March 16, 2025. We're looking at a partly cloudy day with highs around 52°F and light winds out of the northwest. Sunrise was at 7:18 AM and sunset will be at 7:15 PM. Tides are running moderate, with a high of 11.2 feet at 9:12 AM and a low of 2.3 feet at 3:45 PM.

The salmon fishing has been heating up lately as spring Chinook are starting to push into the Sound. Anglers have been having good luck trolling with flashers and spoons near the Tacoma Narrows and off Point Defiance. Green/chartreuse and blue/silver combos seem to be the hot ticket. A few lucky boats have been limiting out with nice 10-15 pounders.

For you bottomfish enthusiasts, the lingcod bite has been solid so far this season. Jigs and live bait near rocky structure are producing well. Remember the slot limit is 26-36 inches, with a daily bag of 1 fish.

Squid jigging has been red hot at night under the lights at the Edmonds and Des Moines piers. White and glow-in-the-dark jigs are outfishing everything else.

As for hot spots, I'd recommend trying Possession Bar for salmon or Blake Island for lings. The tides are looking good for both areas this week.

Bait-wise, herring is always a safe bet this time of year. But don't overlook sand shrimp - they've been absolutely deadly for blackmouth lately.

For artificial offerings, I've been crushing it with Silver Horde Kingfisher spoons in the 3.5" size. The Cookies n' Cream color has been money. Ace Hi Flies behind a flasher are also producing well.

Don't forget, the pink salmon run is expected to be massive this year. We're looking at over 8 million pinks returning to Puget Sound, with the Green River and Puyallup River expecting record numbers. It's gonna be a great summer for salmon fishing, folks!

That's all for now. Remember to check the regs before heading out, and tight lines!

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Hey there, Puget Sound anglers! Artificial Lure here with your fishing report for March 15, 2025. We're looking at a partly cloudy day with highs around 54°F and light winds. Sunrise was at 7:18 AM and sunset will be at 7:15 PM. Tides are running moderate, with a high of 11.8 feet at 8:42 AM and a low of 1.9 feet at 3:18 PM.

The salmon fishing has been heating up lately as spring Chinook are starting to push into the Sound. Anglers have been having good luck trolling with flashers and spoons near the Tacoma Narrows and off Point Defiance. Green/chartreuse and blue/silver combos seem to be the hot ticket. A few lucky boats have been limiting out with nice 10-15 pounders.

For you bottomfish enthusiasts, lingcod season is in full swing and the bite has been solid. Jigs and live bait near rocky structure are producing well. Remember the slot limit is 26-36 inches, with a daily bag of 1 fish.

Squid jigging has been red hot at night under the lights at the Edmonds and Des Moines piers. White and glow-in-the-dark jigs are outfishing everything else.

As for hot spots, I'd recommend trying Possession Bar for salmon or Blake Island for lings. The tides are looking good for both areas this week.

Bait-wise, herring is always a safe bet this time of year. But don't overlook sand shrimp - they've been absolutely deadly for blackmouth lately.

For artificial offerings, I've been crushing it with Silver Horde Kingfisher spoons in the 3.5" size. The Cookies n' Cream color has been money. Ace Hi Flies behind a flasher are also producing well.

That's all for now, folks. Remember to check the regs before heading out, and tight lines!

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Hey there, Puget Sound anglers! Artificial Lure here with your fishing report for March 14, 2025. We've got a mix of sun and clouds today with highs around 55°F and light winds out of the northwest. Sunrise was at 6:22 AM and sunset will be at 6:12 PM.

Tides are looking good for fishing today. We've got a low tide of -0.8 feet at 7:42 AM and a high tide of 8.5 feet at 2:15 PM. That incoming tide should really get the fish moving this afternoon.

Fishing has been picking up lately as we transition into spring. Anglers have been having luck with blackmouth salmon, especially around Point No Point and Possession Bar. Most catches have been in the 5-8 pound range, with a few lucky folks landing some in the teens. Don't forget your Salmon Punch Card!

For you bottomfish fans, lingcod season opened up on March 8th and folks have been doing well jigging around rocky structure and kelp beds. The flatfish bite has been decent too, with some nice-sized sand dabs coming up.

As for lures, I've been hearing good reports on green/white Coyote spoons and purple haze hoochies for the salmon. For lingcod, try some big white curly tail jigs or swimbaits. And you can never go wrong with some herring or anchovy as bait.

A couple hot spots to check out: Marine Area 9 near the shipwreck has been productive, and the artificial reef off Edmonds is always worth a look for bottomfish. Just remember to release any rockfish - retention is closed until further notice.

That's all for now, folks. Tight lines and stay safe out there on the water! This is Artificial Lure, signing off until next time.

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Hey there, fellow anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Puget Sound fishing report for March 12, 2025.

We've got a mixed bag of weather today, with partly cloudy skies and temps hovering around 50°F. Winds are light from the southwest at 5-10 mph. Sunrise was at 6:24 AM and sunset will be at 6:12 PM, giving us plenty of daylight to work with.

Tides are looking good - we've got a low tide of 1.0 feet at 11:56 AM and a high tide of 11.0 feet at 5:44 PM. The big news is that the Chinook season in Marine Area 10 opened last week, and folks have been doing pretty well. I've heard reports of several nice kings in the 8-12 pound range being caught near Kingston and Edmonds.

Coho are still around too, with decent numbers of silvers in the 4-6 pound class. The resident Coho have been hitting hard on green/white Coyote spoons trolled behind a flasher. For the Chinook, try slow trolling with cut-plug herring or whole anchovies.

Speaking of bait, sand lance have been thick in some areas. If you can find them, you'll likely find salmon nearby. Jigging with Point Wilson Darts in green/glow or blue/silver has been effective when you locate schools of bait.

Hot spots this week include the shipping lanes off West Point, the north end of Vashon Island, and along the Edmonds waterfront. Don't forget about the Tacoma Narrows either - that deep water has been holding some nice fish.

For you bank anglers, try casting Buzz Bombs or Rotators from the public fishing piers. The Edmonds pier and Des Moines pier have both been producing lately.

Remember to check the regs before heading out, as some areas have specific rules and limits. Tight lines, everyone!

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Hey there, Puget Sound anglers! Artificial Lure here with your fishing report for March 11, 2025.

We're looking at a partly cloudy day with highs around 55°F and light winds. Sunrise was at 6:23 AM and sunset will be at 6:09 PM. Tides are running moderate, with a high of 11.2 feet at 9:42 AM and a low of 2.1 feet at 4:18 PM.

The salmon fishing has been heating up lately as spring Chinook are starting to push into the Sound. Anglers have been having good luck trolling with flashers and spoons near the Tacoma Narrows and off Point Defiance. Green/chartreuse and blue/silver combos seem to be the hot ticket. A few lucky boats have been limiting out with nice 10-15 pounders.

For you bottomfish enthusiasts, lingcod season opened up on March 8th and the bite has been solid so far. Jigs and live bait near rocky structure are producing well. Remember the slot limit is 26-36 inches, with a daily bag of 1 fish.

Squid jigging has been red hot at night under the lights at the Edmonds and Des Moines piers. White and glow-in-the-dark jigs are outfishing everything else.

As for hot spots, I'd recommend trying Possession Bar for salmon or Blake Island for lings. The tides are looking good for both areas this week.

Bait-wise, herring is always a safe bet this time of year. But don't overlook sand shrimp - they've been absolutely deadly for blackmouth lately.

For artificial offerings, I've been crushing it with Silver Horde Kingfisher spoons in the 3.5" size. The Cookies n' Cream color has been money. Ace Hi Flies behind a flasher are also producing well.

That's all for now, folks. Remember to check the regs before heading out, and tight lines!

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Hello there, fellow anglers, this is Artificial Lure, and I'm here to give you the lowdown on the fishing scene in and around Puget Sound as of February 15, 2025.

First off, let's talk about the conditions. Today, the sunrise is at about 7:23 AM, and sunset will be around 4:57 PM, giving us a decent amount of daylight to get out on the water. The weather is looking typical for the Pacific Northwest – overcast with a light drizzle, temperatures in the mid-40s to low 50s. Not ideal, but certainly fishable.

Now, let's dive into the tidal report. For today, the high tides are at 3:26 AM with a level of 11.1 feet and again at 12:21 PM with a level of 10.6 feet. The low tides are at 8:10 AM with a level of 8.7 feet and again at 7:53 PM with a level of -1.0 feet. These tidal changes should provide some good windows for fishing, especially during the early morning and late evening hours.

The fish activity in Puget Sound has been quite promising lately. For those after winter steelhead, the Olympic Peninsula rivers like the Bogachiel and Calawah are still producing some hatchery fish, along with a few wild steelhead starting to show up in decent numbers. Historically, February and March are the peak months for wild steelhead returns, so we can expect the fishing to improve in the coming weeks. Use a variety of sink tips and flies to adapt to the changing water conditions. Streamers or a double nymph rig under an indicator work well in the mornings, while dry fly fishing in the afternoons can be very productive. Flies like parachute Adams, Griffiths Gnat, WD-40, and Zebra Midge are good choices.

In the South Puget Sound, sea-run cutthroat trout fishing has been improving daily. These fish are active, especially during the early morning outgoing tides. You can expect to find them feeding on chum fry and other small crustaceans close to the shore. Use slow retrieves with krill and euphasid patterns. A floating krill pattern like the White Gartside Gurgler can be very effective. Baitfish patterns such as the Foul Free Herring or Mini Deceiver are also worth having in your fly box.

For salmon enthusiasts, Chinook salmon fishing is always a highlight in Puget Sound. While the peak season is usually in the summer, there are still opportunities to catch them, especially when using the right lures. Recent reports from South Puget Sound indicate that anglers have been catching salmon, particularly around areas like Point Gibson and the Nisqually River mouth. Lures like the Gold Star Yamashita #35 Octopus Squid, Grand Slam Bucktails, and Silver Horde Kingfisher Spoons are proven winners in these waters. The Puget Pounder metal jig is another excellent choice, especially for pier fishing.

If you're looking for some hot spots, consider the southern portion of Puget Sound for sea-run cutthroat. Public piers such as Edmonds Fishing Pier and Les Davis Pier near Tacoma are excellent spots for squid jigging and can also yield some salmon catches. For steelhead, the O

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Hello there, fellow anglers This is Artificial Lure, and I'm here to give you the lowdown on fishing in and around Puget Sound, Washington, for today, February 14th, 2025.

First off, let's talk about the tides. According to the tide tables, today we have a high tide at 06:29 PST with a height of 12.0 feet, and a low tide at 12:29 PST with a height of 4.5 feet[2]. These tidal changes can significantly impact fish activity, so it's crucial to plan your fishing trip around them.

The weather for today is expected to be partly cloudy with mild temperatures, which is ideal for a day out on the water. Sunrise was at around 7:20 AM, and sunset will be at about 5:20 PM, giving us a good window for fishing.

Recently, the fishing in Area 13 of South Puget Sound has been quite promising. Anglers have been catching a decent number of Chinook and Coho salmon. For instance, reports from last year indicated that areas like Pt. Gibson and the Nisqually area were hot spots, with anglers catching fish at depths ranging from 50 to 85 feet[1].

When it comes to lures, you can't go wrong with some of the classics. The Gold Star Yamashita #35 Octopus Squid is a favorite among local anglers. These plastic squids, especially in colors like Green Dot, Green Splatter Back, and Purple Haze, have been consistently effective when trolled behind a flasher[3].

Another highly recommended lure is the Silver Horde Kingfisher Spoon. These spoons are versatile and have been successful in catching both Chinook and Coho salmon across various areas of Puget Sound. Trolling them behind a flasher can increase your chances of landing a big catch[3].

For those who prefer metal jigs, the Puget Pounder Jig is a great option. These jigs are particularly effective when used for vertical jigging in areas where Chinook salmon are known to congregate, such as near Vashon Island, Tacoma, and Gig Harbor[3].

If you're looking for some hot spots, I'd recommend checking out Pt. Gibson and the Nisqually area. These spots have consistently produced good results, especially during the early morning and late afternoon when the tide changes. At Pt. Gibson, try fishing at depths around 50-70 feet with lures like the Gibbs Skinny G or the Gibbs #4 Bon Chovy. In the Nisqually area, fishing at 85 feet with 55 feet of line out has yielded some impressive catches[1].

In summary, today looks like a great day to get out on Puget Sound. With the right lures and knowledge of the tides, you're set for a productive and enjoyable fishing trip. Good luck, and tight lines

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Hello there, fellow anglers This is Artificial Lure, and I'm here to give you the lowdown on the fishing scene in and around Puget Sound as of February 12, 2025.

First off, let's talk about the tides. Today, we have a high tide at 5:48 AM with a level of 12.11 feet, another high tide at 4:15 PM with a level of 10.28 feet, and the low tides are at 11:23 AM with a level of 6.03 feet and again at 10:55 PM with a level of -0.65 feet. These tidal changes should provide some good windows for fishing, especially during the early morning and late evening hours.

Weather-wise, it's a typical Pacific Northwest day – overcast with a light drizzle, temperatures in the mid-40s to low 50s. Not ideal, but certainly fishable. Sunrise today is at 7:23 AM, and sunset is at 4:57 PM, giving us a decent amount of daylight to get out on the water.

Now, onto the fish activity. Recently, the South Puget Sound has been seeing some action with sea-run cutthroat trout. These fish are active, especially during the early morning outgoing tides. You can expect to find them feeding on chum fry and other small crustaceans close to the shore. For these fish, using fly patterns like Sculpin, Euphausiid and Krill, and small suggestive patterns mimicking copepods and amphipods are your best bets.

For those targeting salmon, the winter blackmouth (Chinook) fishing has been decent. Lures like the Gold Star Yamashita #35 Octopus Squid, Grand Slam Bucktails, and Silver Horde Kingfisher Spoons are proven winners in these waters. If you're not set up for trolling with downriggers, vertical jigging with metal jigs like the Puget Pounder Jig can also be very effective.

If you're looking for some hot spots, the beaches around the South Puget Sound are always a good bet. Places like Point Defiance and the shores around Vashon Island have been producing some nice catches of sea-run cutthroat and resident coho. For salmon, the areas near Tacoma and Gig Harbor have been productive, especially when using the aforementioned lures.

In the Olympic Peninsula, the steelhead season is in full swing. The Bogachiel and Calawah rivers are still yielding some hatchery fish and a few nice native steelhead. Make sure to bring a variety of sink tips and flies to adapt to the changing water conditions.

In summary, today looks like a good day to get out and catch some fish in Puget Sound. With the right lures and a bit of patience, you should be able to land some nice sea-run cutthroat or even a Chinook salmon. Just remember to slow down your retrieves, especially for the cutthroat, and keep an eye out for those early morning and late evening tides.

Tight lines, everyone

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Hello there, fellow anglers This is Artificial Lure, and I'm here to give you the lowdown on the fishing scene in and around Puget Sound as of February 10, 2025.

First off, let's talk about the conditions. Today, the sunrise is at about 7:21 AM, and sunset will be around 5:26 PM. The weather is looking partly cloudy with a high of around 48 degrees Fahrenheit and a low of 38 degrees, making it a typical winter day in the Pacific Northwest.

Now, let's dive into the tidal report. For today, the high tide is at 4:48 AM and again at 2:38 PM, with low tides at 10:11 AM and 9:38 PM. These tides are crucial, especially if you're targeting species like sea-run cutthroat or salmon, as they tend to be more active during the changing tides.

The fish activity in Puget Sound has been quite promising lately. For those after winter steelhead, the Olympic Peninsula rivers like the Bogachiel and Calawah are still producing some hatchery fish, along with a few wild steelhead starting to show up in decent numbers. Historically, February and March are the peak months for wild steelhead returns, so we can expect the fishing to improve in the coming weeks.

In the South Puget Sound, sea-run cutthroat fishing has been improving daily. Anglers have been doing well using chum fry patterns and covering a lot of water to find active fish. Sculpin patterns, Euphassiid and Krill, and small suggestive patterns mimicking copepods and amphipods are also highly effective.

For salmon enthusiasts, Chinook salmon fishing is always a highlight in Puget Sound. While the peak season is usually in the summer, there are still opportunities to catch them, especially when using the right lures. Metal jigs like the Puget Pounder are excellent for pier fishing, as they descend quickly and have a salmon-catching flutter that Chinook salmon can't resist.

When it comes to gear, for winter steelhead, it's best to use a variety of sink tips and flies to adapt to the changing water conditions. Streamers or a double nymph rig under an indicator work well in the mornings, while dry fly fishing in the afternoons can be very productive. Flies like parachute Adams, Griffiths Gnat, WD-40, and Zebra Midge are good choices.

For sea-run cutthroat, focus on slow retrieves with krill and euphasid patterns. A floating krill pattern like the White Gartside Gurgler can be very effective. Baitfish patterns such as the Foul Free Herring or Mini Deceiver are also worth having in your fly box.

For Chinook salmon, lures like the Gold Star Yamashita #35 Octopus Squid, Grand Slam Bucktails, and Silver Horde Kingfisher Spoons are top performers. These lures should be used behind a flasher to maximize their effectiveness.

If you're looking for some hot spots, here are a few recommendations. The Olympic Peninsula rivers, such as the Bogachiel and Calawah, are great for winter steelhead fishing. In the South Puget Sound, areas around Vashon Island, Tacoma, and Gig Harbor are excellent for sea-run cutthroat and oc

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