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Hoh River

Boat Ramps
3
Access Points
7
Species
10

The Hoh River is one of the most iconic rivers on Washington's Olympic Peninsula, carving its way from the glaciers of Mount Olympus through one of the wettest temperate rainforests in the world before emptying into the Pacific Ocean. This freestone river runs for approximately 56 miles, offering anglers some of the best fishing opportunities in the Pacific Northwest. The Hoh is renowned for its pristine upper 30 miles that flow through Olympic National Park and is considered one of the most important salmon and steelhead rivers in the Lower 48 states. With no dams and diminished hatchery influence, the Hoh remains one of the West's best strongholds for wild salmon and trout, sustaining the greatest diversity of salmonids in the continental United States.


Species & education

Learn what type of fish are at Hoh River and what's needed to catch them.

Fishing spots, boat ramps & amenities

Learn how to get on Hoh River. Uncover great fishing access points, boat ramps, and all the facilities you need for an unforgettable day on the water. Some locations shown may border or include private property. Always check property boundaries and applicable regulations before visiting. onWater's Public & Private Land layer can help you plan your access with confidence.

Know where you can legally fish on Hoh River

See public and private land boundaries along the water, turn on private parcels with owner details to know where permission is required, and find land-trust parcels that offer permitted fishing access.

Washington licenses and regulations

Washington Boating Regulations

When using any type of watercraft to access a body of water, it is important to follow all federal, state, and local rules and regulations. These rules and regulations include boat permitting and licensing, invasive species inspections and stamps, life jacket and PFD rules, motor size and horsepower restrictions, noise limitations, restrictions on personal watercraft, and many more. Visit the web link below for the most current rules and regulations for this body of water.

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Washington Fishing License

Residents and non-residents alike must have a license to fish or shellfish in Washington waters. Everyone age 15 and older needs a fishing license. You do not need a license if you are fishing for common carp, crawfish, bullfrogs, or collecting relic shells.

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Washington Fishing Regulations

This river has a variety of species and regulations, including potential floating and/or watercraft restrictions. Because this river is specially managed for species, seasons, angling methods, and watercraft, it is strongly encouraged you check all federal, state, and local regulations before fishing. This river is prone to emergency regulations. Stay up to date on specific river regulation changes. Visit any of the links below, inquire locally, or contact a local fly shop to learn current regulations and restrictions.

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Washington Stream Access Laws

In Washington, the public has a right to use streams that are capable of floating a “bolt of shingles” during high flows. While a bolt of shingles is not large, this test does eliminate some smaller streams capable of being floated in a kayak. Washington does not recognize a right to portage across private land.

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Take Hoh River with you

The onWater Fish app keeps this water's access points, species and conditions in your pocket, with the tools you use once you're there.

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Water and weather conditions (10 day forecast)

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HOH RIVER AT US HIGHWAY 101 NEAR FORKS, WA

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