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Spin, Cast & Bait

Grays Harbor Fishing Guide

Washington

The bay behind the Westport and Ocean Shores jetties, where small boats fish for big chinook and coho salmon.

Trip at a Glance

Anglers come to Grays Harbor for chinook salmon and coho salmon. In October, chinook salmon and coho salmon are in season. We don't list a shop within 45 miles yet, so stock up before you go. Buoy 10 (Columbia River Estuary) is about 46 mi away if you want to make a trip of it.

Season at a Glance

Chinook Salmon
Coho Salmon
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What You'll Catch

Grays Harbor Species

Images: Michael Humling, USFWS; Timothy Knepp, USFWS. Public domain.

Plan by Month

What to Use

Month
Fish

Nothing specific listed for October. Try a neighboring month. marks species in season in October.

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    Rod & Reel

    Recommended Setups

    Chinook Salmon

    Fly 10 ft 9 or 10 wt rod, sink-tip line, 15 to 20 lb leader.

    Spin / Cast 9 to 10.5 ft medium-heavy casting rod, line-counter or levelwind reel, 20 to 30 lb line.

    Coho Salmon

    Fly 9 to 10 ft 8 wt rod, sink-tip line, 12 lb leader.

    Spin / Cast 8.5 to 9 ft medium rod, 3000 spinning reel, 10 to 15 lb line.

    Within 25 Miles

    Shops Near Grays Harbor

    No shops listed nearby yet. Suggest one.

    Within 25 Miles

    Guides and Charters Near Grays Harbor

    Make It a Trip

    Nearby Water