Fishing Season

Expert’s Picks: Fishing Season

  • Fishing Season in Alaska

    Alaska is on the lifetime list for many anglers and it is important to know the fishing seasons before making the trip. The state regulations are divided by region and anglers must check for specific changes in the area being targeted. read more

  • Steelhead Fishing Season in Washington

    Steelhead trout are native to the Pacific Northwest. They are olive green and speckled with reddish stripes down their sides. They migrate through rivers in Washington to the ocean in "runs" or groups within the official steelhead season, from around May to February. read more

  • King Salmon Fishing Season in Alaska

    Alaska is known for its salmon fishing, and king salmon are the largest family, with individual fish weighing in at over 100 pounds. The season for king salmon fishing is in the summer, as the fish swim back from the Pacific Ocean into the rivers to spawn. read more

  • Early Season Walleye Fishing Tips

    When fishing for walleye during the early season, choose a fishing spot along shallow to moderate waters. Walleye spawn from February to April and spend most of the spring slowly migrating from shallow waters to protected areas along the bottom of deeper waters. For walleye, the early season is mostly spent recuperating and feeding on forage fish, so pay att… read more

  • Fishing Season in Bellingham, Washington

    The city of Bellingham lies on the waterfront, between Seattle, Washington, and Vancouver, British Columbia. Fishing is a popular pastime in the area's lakes, ponds and creeks, and there is always something to catch. read more

Related Fishing Season Articles & Videos

  • Minnesota Ice Fishing Regulations

    Winter fishing in Minnesota is widely popular throughout the state. Anglers from every county and from all over the world walk out onto the ice to drop their lines. Like the regular fishing season, there are a set of rules and regulati… read more

  • About Commercial Salmon Fishing

    Commercial salmon fishing takes place primarily in the states of Alaska, Washington, Oregon and California; it also occurs in Canada. In Alaska alone, commercial fishermen sold an average of almost 750 million pounds of salmon each yea… read more

  • California Fishing Information

    California is a big state, with a long coastline and plenty of rivers and creeks. Fishermen there can go after rockfish, bass, trout and even salmon. Getting a fishing license is easy, and on some short "fish for free" holidays, it mig… read more

  • Minnesota Fishing Rules

    The fishing in Minnesota is excellent year round. Anglers who live in the state and many visitors to Minnesota enjoy this pastime. The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has rules the anglers must adhere to. read more

  • Review of Fishing Reels

    read more

  • Wyoming Fishing Regulations

    Wyoming requires its residents and any nonresident anglers to have a valid fishing license to fish. This is just one of the many regulations the Wyoming Game and Fish Commission has in place that governs fishing in the Cowboy State. read more

  • Fishing Regulations in Minnesota

    Minnesota is called "The Land of 10,000 Lakes," many of which offer anglers opportunities to catch fish. But whether you are on one of the biggest lakes in the state or one of the smallest, you are bound by a number of regulations that… read more

  • Tips on Fishing Salmon in Alaska

    Alaska's wild, untamed landscape is home to numerous game and fish species. This attracts thousands of anglers and hunters every year. All Pacific salmon species, including the massive King Salmon species, are common in Alaska's variou… read more

  • Alaska Crab Fishing

    The crab fishing off of the coast of Alaska in the Bering Sea is some of the best in the world. The area off of the Aleutian Islands is where the majority of commercial king crab is found and caught. Alaska crab fishing is one of the m… read more

  • How to Catch Yellowtail Snapper

    Yellowtail snappers are not only lively little fish for an angler to catch, but they also taste good. Their average size is aorund 3 lbs. Their backs and upper sides have yellow spots covering bluish to olive skin. They also have a ver… read more

  • Alaska Ice Fishing for Trout

    Alaska offers numerous ice-fishing opportunities for trout. Many Alaska lakes have rainbow trout and lake trout. The winter is a long ice-fishing season, and both types of trout can be caught in large numbers and sizes. Some of the pop… read more

  • Fishing at Pine River in Michigan

    The Pine River is in Manistee National Forest in Michigan. It is a high-gradient stream with clear waters and protected by seasonal fishing regulations. The river is a National Scenic River that attracts paddlers and anglers each year.… read more

  • Regulations for Fishing on the California Delta

    The Sacramento-San Joaquin River Delta, also known as the California Delta, includes all rivers, canals, sloughs, cuts, forebays and flooded islands within its limits. It is located between Sacramento and Stockton and composed of appro… read more

  • How to Take Fishing Trips in Thunder Bay, Canada

    The north Ontario city of Thunder Bay is situated along the Great Lakes region. In addition to the large waterways of the Great Lakes, there are hundreds of small, isolated lakes and creeks throughout the Thunder Bay area, many of them… read more

  • Early Season Bass Fishing Tips

    Successful fishing for bass during the early spring season requires different tactics. According to Game and Fish Magazine, bass can be harder to locate and lure during this time of the year. However, familiarizing yourself with their… read more

Fishing Season Photos

  • Editor's Pick

    Backcountry Camping Tips

    Backcountry Camping Tips

    You've already tried car and RV camping. You've camped at commercial campsites that had a convenient restroom and water supply. Now, you want to explore the road less traveled. Backcountry camping, also known as primitive camping, is a wonderful way to explore the remote...

    More Backcountry Camping...
  • Popular Article

    Beach Camping Near Pismo Beach, California

    Beach Camping Near Pismo Beach, California

    Pismo State Beach, California, has many attractions and activities including camping, swimming, hiking and wildlife viewing. Birdwatching is one of the primary activities in the area. The park also has the largest over-wintering colony of monarch butterflies in the natio...

    More Beach Camping...
  • Featured Video

    Common Sense Hiking Tips

    Common Sense Hiking Tips

    The first and most fundamental thing is never hike alone. There are too many situations, especially as an unexperienced hiker, where you may find yourself without anyone to help you. So the buddy system works and applies very much in hiking.

    More Camping Basics...

Trail Finder

US Map

Search by Keyword


Outdoor Gear & Equipment

ALL NEW Trails Gear Store powered by: