Salmon Sighting in Whatcom County
You can see salmon all year round if you know where to look and who you are looking for!
While spawning seasons are fairly predictable many factors play into where and when salmon will spawn, including climate, recent weather, and species. Patience is key when trying to observe spawning salmon.
We encourage you to discover some of the local places around Whatcom County and find spawning salmon with your friends and family. Use the map below to find an area to explore near you!
Each number symbol is a site where salmon may be observed during their respective spawning season. Documented species data from WDFW SalmonScape (https://apps.wdfw.wa.gov/salmonscape/)