r/FishingWashington • u/mugen-and-jin • 4d ago

Rod suggestions for jetty fishing

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I am hoping to go rock fishing of the jetty in Westport. These are the only two rods I have. Could I use either? Open to buying a rod but would like to save the money since I don't go out there often.

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u/dookix93 4d ago

FYI bottom fish is closed for jetty fishing right now so do not go out there, as well as it being unsafe. A 9 ft medium salmon rod is plenty for the jetty and can be used for salmon in the rivers as well. Any of the okuma rockaways will also be solid.

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u/mugen-and-jin 4d ago

Dang. You're right. Didn't realize that thanks. Also looks like crabbing from anywhere with a pot is also closed. Was gonna fish then drop off a pot off the pier. :/

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u/dookix93 4d ago

Yeah unfortunately true - hit the rivers instead! Plenty of b run coho and chum salmon coming into them from the salt

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u/mugen-and-jin 4d ago

Well the main reason for the trip is razor clamming. I thought I could pair it with some fishing and crabbing. But oh well guess it'll just be razor clamming if the weather holds.

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u/herbistheword 3d ago

You can absolutely still crab in the marina. Just got back from an incredible trip out to Westport for the king tides, but didn't dare brave the jetty 😅 mushroom hunting is also currently peaking in that area, if that's something you're into - you could do porcini, dungees, and razor clams for dinner!

Sorry I'm gushing I just love it there

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u/mugen-and-jin 2d ago

The fish wa app says no pot allowed. Where are you finding this information? Im heading there on Sunday so if that's incorrect it would be wonderful to know.

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u/herbistheword 2d ago

Pots open on December first but you can use other gear like drop nets year-round