Federal Way, WA Fishing Trip — August

Your Federal Way, WA Fishing Trip

August2 peopleFamily Trip
High 79°F / Low 59°F2.1" rain · 5 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

What’s Biting in August

5 species
Rainbow TroutGood
Rainbow Trout
Various
Brown TroutGood
Brown Trout
Various
Smallmouth BassGood
Smallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
Largemouth BassFair
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
WalleyeFair
Walleye
Various

August Weather in Federal Way

79°F
Avg High
59°F
Avg Low
2.1"
Rainfall
5
Rainy Days

Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

32 Guides Near Federal Way

No guides are based in Federal Way, but these guides operate nearby.

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$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150

Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.

Washington Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$30.05
Non-Resident$84.50
Requirements

Required for ages 15+. Freshwater, saltwater, and combination licenses available. Catch record card required for salmon/steelhead.

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Species Regulations

Rainbow Trout
Season:Varies by water body
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:Varies by water body

Regulations vary significantly by water body. Consult the Washington Sport Fishing Rules pamphlet for specific locations.

Brown Trout
Season:Year-round, unless otherwise specified for specific waters
Bag Limit:5 per day, no more than 2 over 14 inches
Size Limit:No minimum size, unless otherwise specified for specific waters

Check specific water body regulations for exceptions to statewide rules. Some waters may be catch-and-release only.

Smallmouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No minimum size limit

Check specific lake regulations as some have different limits or are catch-and-release only.

Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:12-inch minimum

Check specific lake regulations as some have different limits or are catch-and-release only.

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