• Puget Sound Fishing Report: Steelhead, Squid, and Blackmouth Salmon on the Menu

  • Dec 29 2024
  • Length: 2 mins
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Puget Sound Fishing Report: Steelhead, Squid, and Blackmouth Salmon on the Menu

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  • For those venturing out to fish in the Puget Sound today, December 29, 2024, here’s what you can expect:

    First off, let's look at the tidal conditions. Today, the high tides are at 5:22 AM and 2:18 PM, with heights of 11.74 ft and 10.48 ft respectively. The low tides are at 10:09 AM and 10:01 PM, with heights of 8.57 ft and -1.59 ft[5].

    Sunrise is at 7:57 AM, and sunset will be at 4:26 PM, giving you about 8 hours and 29 minutes of daylight[2].

    Winter fishing in the Puget Sound is quite active this time of year. For steelhead enthusiasts, December is a prime month, especially in rivers like the Skykomish and Snoqualmie. Early-returning hatchery steelhead are abundant, and as the season progresses, wild steelhead returns start to pick up in January[1][3].

    If you're after something different, squid jigging is a great option. Squid are active at night and are attracted to light, making public piers from Port Angeles to Tacoma excellent spots. Use inexpensive jigging equipment and aim for incoming and high tides for the best results[1].

    For those targeting salmon, the Manchester area on the Kitsap Peninsula is a reliable spot for winter blackmouth (juvenile Chinook salmon). This area holds a lot of bait, which in turn attracts the blackmouth. Motor mooching just off the bottom can be very effective here[4].

    In terms of lures and bait, for steelhead, try using jigs, spinners, or flies that mimic baitfish. For squid, the standard squid jigs with glow-in-the-dark or reflective material work well. For blackmouth salmon, use small spoons or plugs that imitate herring or other small fish[1][3][4].

    Given the cold weather, dress warmly and be prepared for variable conditions. The best spots today would include the Skykomish River for steelhead and the Manchester area for blackmouth salmon. If you're looking to try your hand at squid jigging, any well-lit pier in the Puget Sound should provide a good opportunity.

    Stay safe, and good luck on the water
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