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White Sturgeon Regulations in Washington 2026

Washington white sturgeon regulations in 2026: 55″ max size, 2 fish possession. Zone-specific exceptions may apply — see the rule table below. Sourced from WDFW.

WDFWOfficial source

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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
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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.
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Columbia River From Bonneville Dam Upstream To McNary Dam Including Tributaries Downstream Of The Dalles Dam
Min size
38 inches fork length
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Columbia River From Bonneville Dam Upstream To McNary Dam Including Tributaries Upstream Of The Dalles Dam
Min size
43 inches fork length
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Other Washington fish regulations

Other regulated species in Washington with current rule pages — same WDFW source, same verification cadence.

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

Reference only. Regulations change frequently, often mid-season. Always verify with WDFW before keeping a catch.

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