Fishing Charters in Washington
Browse fishing charters in Washington that can help you catch northern pike.


Morenot Usa/Nafs
Seattle, Washington
Mørenot is a global provider of solutions and services to the global fishing, aquaculture and seismic industries. We are present with departments within sales-, service- and production all parts of the world, and we are around 800 dedicated employees worldwide.


Fin Natic Fishing
La Push, Washington
Experience the thrill of deep sea fishing with Fin-natic Fishing. Book your offshore fishing charter today and catch the fish of your dreams!


Becharof Rapids Camp
Hoquiam, Washington
We are the premiere remote fly-in fishing camp located on the outlet of Becharof Lake on the Egegik River in Southwestern Alaska (Bristol Bay region). Becharof Lake is the second largest lake in Alaska. One of the largest run of Sockeye salmon in the world swim by our front door, among other species to be caught are silver salmon, king salmon, lake trout, grayling, artic char, and rainbow trout. The camp has private cabins, hot running water, toilets, showers and home cooked meals.


Another Adventure Outdoors
Olympia, Washington


Washington Tuna Charters
Snoqualmie, Washington


Faraway Fly Fishing
Lynden, Washington
Faraway Fly Fishing specializes in connecting worldwide anglers with the finest fly fishing trips, guides and lodges around the world!


Falls Creek Outdoors
Kennewick, Washington
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Rs Outdoors
Yakima, Washington


Cascade Fishing Guides
Snohomish, Washington


Hng Outdoors
Othello, Washington


Home Water Guide Service Fishing
Kalama, Washington


Waters West Guide Service
Vancouver, Washington
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Best Time to Catch Northern Pike
Northern Pike can be caught year-round in Ellensburg. Right now in May, activity is Excellent.
Seasonal Activity Chart

Northern Pike
Pike fishing near Ellensburg, Washington, isn't the first thing that comes to mind for most anglers, but the upper reaches of the Columbia River and some of the connected sloughs and backwaters can hold surprisingly large fish. While not as abundant as in other pike hotspots, the relative lack of pressure here allows for the potential to hook into a true trophy. Focus your efforts in areas with submerged vegetation and slow-moving water, especially during the spring spawning season (late March through May) and again in the fall as water temperatures cool. Look for areas where smaller creeks or irrigation canals feed into the main river channel. A local tip: Access to some of these areas can be tricky, so a small boat or kayak is highly recommended. Be prepared for some bank fishing as well, but be mindful of private property. The pike in this region tend to be ambush predators, so large, flashy lures or swimbaits retrieved erratically often produce the best results.
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How to Catch Northern Pike
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Northern Pike Fishing Regulations in Washington
Open Season
Year-round
Daily Bag Limit
No limit
Size Limit
No size limit
License Required
Freshwater fishing license
Northern Pike are a prohibited species in Washington, and must be killed if caught. Anglers should report any Northern Pike caught.
⚠️ Always verify current regulations with the Washington state wildlife agency before fishing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I fish for Northern Pike year-round near Ellensburg?
Yes, the season for Northern Pike is open year-round in Washington.
Is there a limit to how many Northern Pike I can catch in Ellensburg?
There is no bag limit for Northern Pike in Washington, so you can catch as many as you want.
Are there any size restrictions for Northern Pike in Washington?
There are no size restrictions for Northern Pike, so you can keep any size you catch.
What kind of fishing license do I need to target Northern Pike near Ellensburg?
You'll need a valid Washington freshwater fishing license to fish for Northern Pike.
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