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Washington's 2024 summer crabbing season officially kicks off July 1. Be sure to check this guide in case your favorite fishing area has a later opening date.

TACOMA — Washington is set to launch recreational crabbing this summer around a month after Chinook salmon fishing season began. But two areas will remain closed to the public this

Jun. 16—Washington is set to launch recreational crabbing this summer around a month after Chinook salmon fishing season began. But two areas will remain closed to the public this year.

SEATTLE (AP) — Puget Sound crabbing kicks off Friday! While some Western Washington crabbing areas, like the South Coast / Pacific Ocean and Columbia River have yearlong crabbing seasons, the season starts July 1 in most Puget Sound areas.

While some Western Washington crabbing areas, like the South Coast / Pacific Ocean and Columbia River have yearlong crabbing seasons, the season starts July 1 in most Puget Sound areas. In a few areas, the crab season starts on July 3, according to the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife.

Crabbing seasons starts July 1 in most Puget Sound areas.

Get out the sticks of butter and the big pots: One of Washington's most popular fishing seasons gets underway soon.