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FISHING ON SHAW ISLAND
Fishing is a favorite sport on Shaw Island. Many will tell you there is nothing like "a day on the water" fishing for salmon, bass, sole or halibut in the San Juan Islands.
Fishing licenses are required of course and you should also
check the red tide hotline at (800) 562-5632.
A chart of the Sport Fishing Season can be found at http://www.fishthesanjuans.com/Fishing_Season.html. It gives you an idea of when the best fishing times are for the various types of fish available.
There are many fishing charters available on San Juan Islands. Here are a few of them:
Charter |
Telephone |
| Trophy Fishing Charters | 360 378-2118 |
| North Shore Charters | 360 376-4855 |
| Salish Sea Charter | 877-560-5711 |
| Catch More Charters | 360 293-7093 |
The Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) recognizes the value in setting aside certain areas of Puget Sound marine waters for the protection and preservation of species and/or habitat. These are generally known as Marine Protected Areas (MPAs). Shaw Island is protected under one of the MPA's. For more information click on Shaw Island Marine Preserve.
Island and Straight of Juan De Fuca Map Copyright 2007 WashingtonWaterfronts.com Puget Sound and Coast Map