The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) will hold a public meeting at 6 p.m. on Monday, July 28, to discuss plans for a habitat restoration project on the Shillapoo Wildlife Area in ...

SEATTLE – The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) is now accepting comments on the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) determination for a project to replace the Elliott Bay Fishing ...

Statewide gear rules (crab, shrimp, crawfish) Report derelict fishing gear NOTE: All crab fishing gear must be removed from the water by one hour after sunset on the last day of any fishing period.

If you're ready to buy a license, you can visit our online licensing system, contact us by phone at 360-902-2464, or visit any of the more than 600 license dealers around the state. When buying online ...

The Northern Pike (Esox Lucius) is a non-native fish species classified as an aquatic invasive species (AIS) in the state of Washington that has invaded multiple habitats within the state. Illegal ...

OLYMPIA – The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) announced restrictions on campfires, target shooting, and other activities beginning July 1 on WDFW-managed lands in Eastern Washington ...

In 2024, WDFW initiated a regional water access management planning pilot in North Puget Sound (Region 4) as called for in the Department's 10-year Recreation Strategy for WDFW-managed Lands (2022).

Washington is home to hundreds of fish and wildlife species and scores of diverse fishing, hunting and wildlife viewing opportunities. You can purchase a license or parking pass online to start ...

Buying a licenseIf you're ready to buy a license, you can visit our online licensing system, contact us by phone at 360-902-2464, or visit any of the more than 600 license dealers around the state.

Buying a licenseIf you're ready to buy a license, you can visit our online licensing system, contact us by phone at 360-902-2464, or visit any of the more than 600 license dealers around the state.

2025 Trout Derby runs April 26 – Oct. 31. For more information, visit the Trout Derby page.Trout Derby lakes by county ...

European green crab. Aquatic invasive species (AIS) are organisms that have spread beyond their native range and present threats to our environment, economy, human health, and way of life. Preventing ...