Every Boat Ramp on Strait of Juan de Fuca

About Strait of Juan de Fuca

The Strait of Juan de Fuca is the primary ocean gateway connecting the Pacific to Puget Sound, stretching along the northern coast of the Olympic Peninsula between Washington State and Vancouver Island, British Columbia. With depths reaching 720 feet and powerful tidal exchanges bringing cold, nutrient-rich ocean water through its channels, the Strait supports some of the most productive saltwater fishing in the Pacific Northwest. Clallam and Jefferson counties share this remarkable waterway, which offers anglers direct access to ocean-run fish without venturing onto the open Pacific.

Chinook and Coho Salmon fishing in the Strait is outstanding from late spring through early fall, as massive runs of ocean-bright fish funnel through on their way to rivers throughout the region. Halibut fishing is a major draw, with productive grounds located within easy reach of ports like Sekiu, Neah Bay, and Port Angeles. Lingcod and Rockfish round out the bottom fishing opportunities, with rocky reefs and underwater pinnacles holding large populations of these hard-fighting species.

Neah Bay at the western tip of the Strait is renowned as one of Washington's premier fishing ports, offering access to both Strait and open-ocean waters. Port Angeles provides a central launch point with full marina services, while Port Townsend and Sequim offer additional access on the eastern end. The dramatic backdrop of the Olympic Mountains and the Strait's ever-changing marine weather create a fishing experience that is as visually stunning as it is rewarding.

Nearest towns: Port Angeles, Sequim, Port Townsend, Neah Bay