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Reminder: Collection of plants, animals, and artifacts including mushrooms is prohibited on national wildlife refuges.
 

Fishing

Although it surrounds much of southern Willapa Bay, Willapa National Wildlife Refuge is not considered a prime fishing location. However, fishing is permitted from the shores of Willapa Bay. Most visitors interested in fishing on the refuge are in search of sturgeon. Occasionally, other species such as chum salmon are also attempted. Fishing is not permitted on the refuge streams or interior sloughs.

CAUTION:
Tidal fluctuations, currents, extensive mud flats, and rapidly changing weather can make boating in Willapa Bay difficult and occasionally dangerous. Carry a tide table and check weather forecasts. Walking on Willapa Bay mud flats requires special equipment…the fine silty mud can act much like quicksand.

 

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3888 SR 101, Ilwaco, WA 98624
360-484-3482

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