Washington regulations
White Sturgeon Regulations in Washington 2026
Washington White Sturgeon regulations as of 2026-04-30: Daily bag 1 fish/day; Max size 54 inches; Min size 38 inches. Sourced from WDFW.
Rules (9)
Washington statewideOpen
- Status
- Open
- Possession
- 2 fish
- Max size
- 55"
- Gear
- No Live Bait
Open year-round. Night closure in effect. annual limit, even if the angler holds both a Washington and Oregon license Sturgeon over 55" fork length cannot be removed totally or in part from the water. bait is allowed
Columbia River From Bonneville Dam Upstream To Mcnary Dam Including Tributaries
- Daily bag
- 1 fish/day
- Min size
- 38"
- Max size
- 54"
Min. size 38" fork length in waters downstream of The Dalles Dam, and min. size 43" fork length in waters upstream of The Dalles Dam. Max. size 54" fork length.
Columbia River From Bonneville Dam Upstream To Mcnary Dam Including Tributaries Downstream Of The Dalles Dam
- Min size
- 38 inches fork length
Columbia River From Bonneville Dam Upstream To Mcnary Dam Including Tributaries Upstream Of The Dalles Dam
- Min size
- 43 inches fork length
Frequently asked questions
When is White Sturgeon season in Washington?
White Sturgeon season in Washington is set by WDFW. Some zones may have specific open windows; see the rule table above.
What is the size limit for White Sturgeon in Washington?
Minimum size for White Sturgeon in Washington is 38 inches in Columbia River From Bonneville Dam Upstream To Mcnary Dam Including Tributaries, per WDFW. Slot limits or maximum sizes may apply in some zones.
What is the daily bag limit for White Sturgeon in Washington?
Daily bag limit for White Sturgeon in Washington is 1 fish/day in Columbia River From Bonneville Dam Upstream To Mcnary Dam Including Tributaries, per WDFW.
Official sources cited
- https://www.eregulations.com/washington/fishing/statewide-freshwater-species-rules
- https://www.eregulations.com/washington/fishing/marine-area-rules-definitions
- https://www.eregulations.com/assets/docs/guides/25WAFW_LR9.pdf
Reference only. Regulations change frequently, often mid-season. Always verify with WDFW before keeping a catch. Last verified .