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Recreational Fishing Season on Upper Hoh River Closes, Will Reopen June 1
March 16, 2026 · Source: National Park Service
To align with the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife fishing season and protect wild steelhead spawning grounds, Olympic National Park is closing the upper sections of the Hoh River to recreational fishing on March 16, 2026. The recreational fishing season will reopen on June 1, 2026.
Read the official NPS sourceWhat Travelers Need to Know
Check the affected roads, trails or facilities and the dates in the official notice. Plan an alternate route or activity if your itinerary uses the affected area.
Dates and operating conditions can change after publication. Check the park’s official visitor information for your travel date.
Traveler guidance by State & Nation Staff Writer.