Long Beach, WA Fishing Trip — August

Your Long Beach, WA Fishing Trip

August2 peopleFamily Trip
High 67°F / Low 57°F2.4" rain · 10 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in August

8 species
RockfishGood
Rockfish
Various
Chinook SalmonGood
Chinook Salmon
Trolling · Fly Fishing
LingcodGood
Lingcod
Various
HalibutGood
Halibut
Bottom Fishing · Trolling
Coho SalmonGood
Coho Salmon
Various
Striped BassFair
Striped Bass
Trolling · Casting
SteelheadFair
Steelhead
Various
Dungeness CrabLow
Dungeness Crab
Crab Traps · Ring Nets

August Weather in Long Beach

67°F
Avg High
57°F
Avg Low
2.4"
Rainfall
10
Rainy Days

Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

22 Guides Near Long Beach

No guides are based in Long Beach, 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.

What to Bring

Check with your guide about what gear is provided. Here's a recommended packing list:

Essentials

  • Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
  • Polarized sunglasses
  • Hat or visor
  • Weather-appropriate clothing
  • Non-marking shoes or deck shoes

Food & Personal

  • Water and drinks (stay hydrated)
  • Snacks or lunch
  • Cooler for your catch
  • Motion sickness medication (if needed)
  • Camera or phone (waterproof case recommended)
  • Valid fishing license (confirm with captain)

For inshore Fishing

  • Light rain jacket

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

Rockfish
Season:Varies by marine area; check specific regulations
Bag Limit:Varies by marine area; check specific regulations
Size Limit:Varies by marine area; check specific regulations

Many rockfish species are protected; consult the WDFW website or printed pamphlet for species-specific regulations and marine area closures.

Chinook Salmon
Season:Varies by water body; check specific regulations
Bag Limit:Varies by water body; check specific regulations
Size Limit:Varies by water body; check specific regulations

Regulations change frequently; always consult the WDFW website or printed pamphlet for the specific location and time.

Lingcod
Season:Varies by marine area; check specific regulations
Bag Limit:1 per day in most marine areas
Size Limit:26-36 inch slot limit in most marine areas

Specific marine areas have different seasons and regulations; consult the WDFW website or printed pamphlet.

Halibut
Bag Limit:1 per day
Size Limit:No minimum or maximum size limit

Halibut seasons are typically open on specific days and areas, and are subject to in-season closures. Consult the WDFW website or regulations pamphlet for current openings.

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