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Where can I fish for chum salmon in Washington?
The best chum salmon fishing in Washington is typically in Hood Canal, and in particular around the hatchery at Hoodsport. Another hot spot closer to home for many is near the fish hatchery at Minter Creek, located near the end of Carr Inlet less than 20 minutes from Gig Harbor.
Are the salmon running in WA?
The migration is at it’s best usually around March to April where big schools of Salmon head up and around the south west of WA. By May they usually reach Perth and during June they turn and head back down the coast.
When can you catch salmon in WA?
June through October: Sockeye, or Red Salmon (best viewing July) July through November: Chinook, or King Salmon (best viewing last two weeks of August) August through November: Coho, or Silver Salmon (best viewing last two weeks of September)
Can you eat chum?
Chum salmon flesh is lighter in color and oil content than other species of salmon, but its firmness and flavor, if caught fresh, make chum salmon a pleasant substitution for other salmon species.
What Marine is Minter Creek?
Marine Area 13 Map 1 Minter Creek Mouth Closure: Waters at Minter Creek mouth within 1,000′ of outer oyster stakes CLOSED to fishing for salmon.
Is chum taste good?
Chum taste milder and softer than most other varieties of Pacific salmon. In North America, they are less valued for sportfishing and consumption than Chinook, Sockeye, and Coho.
Where is Minter Creek in Pierce County Washington?
Description for Minter Creek, Pierce County, Washington. Minter Creek is a stream located just 6.1 miles from Artondale, in Pierce County, in the state of Washington, United States, near Minter, WA. Fishermen will find a variety of fish including chum salmon and others here.
What kind of fish can you catch in Miner Creek?
Fishermen will find a variety of fish including chum salmon and others here. Alternate names for this stream include Miner Creek. Join us as we discuss the Washington Fishing License options, fishing rules and fishing regulations.
What is the name of the stream in Pierce County WA?
Minter Creek is a stream located just 6.1 miles from Artondale, in Pierce County, in the state of Washington, United States, near Minter, WA. Fishermen will find a variety of fish including chum salmon and others here. Alternate names for this stream include Miner Creek.
What is the best time to fish Minter Creek?
Fishing Minter Creek, WA on 1/2/2022 will be best from 12:00AM through 12:00AM, and from 12:00AM to 12:00AM. If those times won’t work for you, 12:00AM to 12:00AM looks promising. Remember to adjust these times based on barometric pressure, and weather changes.