OLYMPIA — The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) has finalized its acquisition of the Sekiu boat launch property in Clallam County along the northern Olympic Peninsula. WDFW bought the ...

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 ...

Rat Island is closed to public access from April 15 to August 31 in order to protect wildlife habitat. WDFW is working to reduce disturbance to shorebirds and seals that nest and pup on the island by ...

This pamphlet is a summary of the hunting regulations and seasons adopted by the Washington Fish and Wildlife Commission. This pamphlet does not contain nor is it intended to contain all Department ...

Top tasks Log in to the WILD licensing website Get razor clam information Find a wildlife area Event calendar Submit a photo Report a website error ...

Temporary Closure This access area will be closed to the public during the period June 30 - July 2, 2025, while the launch ramp is being repaired.

Hunting season setting and rule making process Learn about the rule making process and how hunting seasons are set in Washington. Summary of hunting seasons Season summaries for hunting throughout ...

Hunting Managing game populations Game harvest reports 2022 Deer general season game harvest reports ...

Fishing license types and fees View a table of all available recreational fishing licenses, permits, and endorsements Catch record cards You must have a catch record card in your possession when ...

The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife is dedicated to preserving, protecting, and perpetuating the state’s fish, wildlife, and ecosystems while providing sustainable fish and wildlife ...

Image PhotPhoto by Alex Biswas These updates reflect changes to the Washington Sport Fishing Rules pamphlet. Rules found in the Sport Fishing Rules pamphlet are in effect unless otherwise noted in the ...