Action: Closes all fishing.
Effective dates: Sept. 16–Oct. 31, 2026.
Species affected: All species.
Location: Green (Duwamish) River, from Auburn Black Diamond Road Bridge to the Tacoma Municipal Boundary Marker.
Reason for action: This rule change is necessary to limit impacts to critical Chinook spawning grounds when Chinook salmon are actively spawning in the area.
Additional information: Fishery managers encourage anglers to sign up for Fishing Rule Change email notifications and to check for emergency rules on the WDFW website before fishing. Refer to the Washington Sport Fishing Rules pamphlet for current regulations. Download the Fish Washington® mobile app to stay up to date on the go.
Information contact: North Puget Sound Region, 425-775-1311.