Makah National Fish Hatchery

About Makah National Fish Hatchery

Makah National Fish Hatchery exists as a joint venture between the Service and Makah Indian Nation for the continued enhancement of Pacific salmon along Washington State's northwest coast. This program grew out of the need to restore and enhance fish runs due to surface water degradation and habitat loss created by timber harvest and human population growth and development. The hatchery is located on tribal land, with Olympic National Park’s picturesque Shi Shi beach and Hobuck Beach nearby. The hatchery annually raises and releases more than 1.7 million fall Chinook salmon, coho salmon, and winter steelhead, and allows on-site fishing with a tribal angling permit.

How to Get There

Located on the Sooes River about 8 miles south of Neah Bay. Follow the signs to the hatchery.

Plan Your Visit to Makah National Fish Hatchery

Heading to Makah National Fish Hatchery? A few things to know before you go:

• Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
• Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
• Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
• Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
• Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

References & Official Resources

• Official Recreation.gov page
• View on OpenStreetMap
• Driving directions (Google Maps)