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Jefferson County

Fort Worden Marine Science Center Dock

Good for salmon
  • Parking
  • ADA access
  • Restrooms
  • Railings

Hours and conditions can change — most Puget Sound piers run dawn to dusk, with some open later, and access rules are set locally. Salmon migrate through this entire marine area, but seasons, limits, and species restrictions change throughout the year. A Washington saltwater fishing license is required, plus a crabbing endorsement if you're after crab. This pier sits in WDFW Marine Area 9 (Admiralty Inlet) — check WDFW's current regulations for this area before you head out.

Fort Worden Marine Science Center Dock Tide & Weather Right Now

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      For squid: WDFW's own guidance suggests odds are best on a high tide, on a cloudy or rainy night.

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      Real, angler-submitted creel reports for Fort Worden Marine Science Center Dock — updated as they come in, more current than the official periodic counts.

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