West Coast Fishermen Weigh In on 2026 Salmon Catch Limits
Published Date: 2/17/2026
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The Pacific Fishery Management Council is gearing up to set the rules for the 2026 salmon fishing season along the U.S. West Coast. Fishermen, local communities, and anyone interested can share their thoughts by April 6-8, 2026, to help shape these important fishing regulations. This process affects how much fish can be caught and helps protect ocean life while supporting coastal economies.
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2026 West Coast Salmon Rules Set Dates
If you fish commercially on the U.S. West Coast, the Pacific Fishery Management Council is developing rules for the 2026 ocean salmon season that will apply from May 16, 2026 through May 15, 2027 and may change how much salmon can be caught. The Council will adopt alternatives at its March 4-9, 2026 meeting (Sacramento, CA), post "Preseason Report II" on March 26, 2026, hold public hearings on March 23-24, 2026, and will accept written comments by 5 p.m. Pacific Time on April 6, 2026 to be considered in its final recommendation to NMFS.
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