How to use our fishing calendar
Planning your next fishing trip in Kingston, United States ? Today is a average day for fishing. Our comprehensive fishing almanac combines our popular solunar tables, moon times, sunrise and sunset times, nearby tide chart, and a 7-day fishing calendar so you always know the best fishing times in your area. We analyse major and minor solunar bite times, rate each day on a five-star scale, and pair it with localized weather forecasts so you can quickly tell whether today is a good day to fish without juggling multiple tabs. Be sure to bookmark this page so you never miss a bite. view bite times...
- Check our unique Solunar Clock for precise solunar tables and the best moon phases.
- Use the Tide Clock section to sync bite times with high and low tide chart.
- Analyze the forecasted weather conditions, such as wind, barometric pressure and rain to plan your fishing session.
- Jump to the 7-Day Fishing Calendar for an extended fishing forecast, then explore nearby fishing spots on the interactive map.
Kingston, Washington sits at the heart of Puget Sound’s rich saltwater fishery, giving anglers access to salmon, lingcod, halibut, and plentiful bottomfish right off the Kitsap Peninsula. From shore casting at the Kingston Ferry Terminal to working current seams in Apple Tree Cove and nearby Possession Bar by boat or kayak, Kingston offers productive year-round fishing opportunities in classic Puget Sound conditions. read more...
Sun and Moon Times
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Visibility:35%
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Third Quarter Moon
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Distance to earth:363,315 kmProximity:99.5 %
Moon Phases for Kingston
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average Day
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major Time:07:03 am - 09:03 am
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minor Time:03:03 pm - 05:03 pm
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major Time:07:23 pm - 09:23 pm
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minor Time:11:43 pm - 01:43 am
Tides Times for Fishing: Sat, 5 Sep
Tide Clock
Tide Graph
Times
| Tide | Time | Height |
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| low | 03:10 am | 0.72 ft |
| high | 08:27 am | 3.35 ft |
| low | 03:04 pm | 0.69 ft |
| high | 08:49 pm | 4.17 ft |
Current Fishing Weather
Wind Speed and Direction
Wind Direction:
Wind Speed:
Wind Direction and Speed are one of the most important aspects for choosing a fishing spot. An offshore wind can help land-based anglers with longer casting distances, while an onshore wind will make kayak fishing safer. Often fish will also move to certain feeding areas depending on the wind direction. Check out the long term wind forecast at the charts below.
Fishing Barometer
Atmospheric Pressure:
Change since midnight:
Trend for next 6 hours:
Atmospheric or Barometric Pressure affects fish activity. The best fishing can be had on a rising barometer and also the time just before it is falling. A steady barometer in the higher ranges can also mean good fishing. A falling or low barometer reading without much change is usually not a very good time for fishing.
UV Effect on Fishing
As a rule of thumb, the higher the UV index, the deeper fish will move. Shallow water fishing is best done at times with a low UV index. When the UV is high, stick to early mornings, late evenings and shaded areas. The effect is less noticable in deeper water, but often a higher UV index can produce good results in the deep.
7 Day Fishing Weather
| Date | Major Bite Times | Minor Bite Times | Sun | Moon | Moonphase | Tide Times |
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Third Quarter Moon |
low:
, 0.72 ft
high:
, 3.41 ft
, Coeff: 85
low:
, 0.66 ft
high:
, 4.2 ft
, Coeff: 123
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Third Quarter Moon |
low:
, 0.72 ft
high:
, 3.35 ft
, Coeff: 82
low:
, 0.69 ft
high:
, 4.17 ft
, Coeff: 122
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Waning Crescent |
low:
, 0.56 ft
high:
, 3.41 ft
, Coeff: 85
low:
, 0.59 ft
high:
, 4.2 ft
, Coeff: 123
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Waning Crescent |
low:
, 0.33 ft
high:
, 3.58 ft
, Coeff: 93
low:
, 0.39 ft
high:
, 4.33 ft
, Coeff: 130
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Waning Crescent |
low:
, 0.07 ft
high:
, 3.87 ft
, Coeff: 107
low:
, 0.2 ft
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New Moon |
high:
, 4.49 ft
, Coeff: 137
low:
, -0.13 ft
high:
, 4.17 ft
, Coeff: 122
low:
, 0 ft
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New Moon |
high:
, 4.59 ft
, Coeff: 142
low:
, -0.3 ft
high:
, 4.4 ft
, Coeff: 133
low:
, -0.1 ft
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New Moon |
high:
, 4.63 ft
, Coeff: 144
low:
, -0.36 ft
high:
, 4.53 ft
, Coeff: 139
low:
, -0.1 ft
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Fishing Overview Kingston
Kingston, Washington sits on the northeast corner of the Kitsap Peninsula, facing Apple Tree Cove and the main shipping lanes of central Puget Sound. This location funnels bait and gamefish past town all year, making Kingston a strategic home base for anglers targeting salmon, lingcod, halibut, and nearshore bottomfish, plus strong shore and pier opportunities right in town.
Seasonal patterns around Kingston track classic Puget Sound timing. Late winter into early spring sees blackmouth (resident Chinook) hugging the bottom on dropoffs in Apple Tree Cove and off the Kingston ferry lanes; downriggers and slow trolling close to bottom with spoons or hootchies is the go-to approach. From summer into early fall, migratory Chinook and coho push along the east Kitsap shoreline; many boat anglers work the edges of Possession Bar, Point No Point, and the Kingston-Edmonds ferry corridor, keying on tide changes and bait marks.
Every odd-numbered year, pink salmon flood this stretch of Puget Sound, stacking off points and shorelines within easy casting distance. Light spinning gear with 1/4–1/2 oz metal jigs or pink buzz bombs produces steady action from the Kingston shoreline and nearby access points. Chum salmon move through later in the fall; anglers focus on current edges and tide rips with flashy, slower presentations.
Habitat and structure are straightforward but important here. The main Kingston waterfront features steep dropoffs, heavy current, and ferry-induced chop. Salmon and baitfish track those breaks and seams. Just outside the cove, broken rock, ledges, and humps hold lingcod, rockfish (where open), and cabezon. Soft-bottom flats in slightly deeper water support flounder, cod, and sanddabs. Eelgrass and scattered kelp lines harbor perch, greenling, and juvenile baitfish, especially on smaller tides with good water clarity.
Techniques and tactics shift with target species:
- Salmon trolling: Work along contours in 80–180 ft with downriggers, keeping gear 5–20 ft off bottom for Chinook. Spoons, hootchies, and small plug-cut herring behind flashers all produce. Speed is crucial—aim for 2–3 knots over ground, adjusting for current so the lure has a tight, pulsing action.
- Motor mooching and drift fishing: In lighter traffic areas near Kingston, slow-drift or controlled-motor with cut plug herring, dropping to bottom and reeling up through the water column. Watch your sonar for suspended bait and adjust depth often.
- Shore and pier casting: From public access near the Kingston Ferry, cast metal jigs, spinners, or small plugs for coho and pinks. Favor morning and evening tides with moving water. Long rods (9–10 ft) and 15–20 lb braid help reach current seams beyond the first drop.
- Bottomfish and lingcod: Target rocky structure, points, and humps outside the main ferry lanes. Bounce 4–8 oz lead-head jigs or metal pipe jigs tipped with soft plastics or bait, staying tight to the bottom and working cross-current. Short, sharp lifts trigger more strikes than long sweeps in Kingston’s fast water.
- Flatfish and perch: On sand and mud flats, simple high-low rigs with small hooks and strips of clam, squid, or shrimp produce steady catches of flounder and sanddab. Around pilings and riprap, fish light leaders and small bait-tipped hooks for perch and greenling.
Tide and current timing is the real key in Kingston. Aim for the hour bracketing tide changes when current slackens slightly and bait stacks along edges. On hard-running tides, slide closer into Apple Tree Cove or tucked points where current breaks form. Clear, overcast mornings with a mild chop are ideal for salmon, while flat, sunny conditions can be excellent for sighting current seams and tide rips to position your boat or casting angles.
Interactive Fishing Map for the greater Kingston area
Harbours and Marinas can often times be productive fishing spots for land based fishing as their sheltered environment attracts a wide variety of bait fish. Similar to river mouths, harbour entrances are also great places to fish as lots of fish will move in and out with the rising and falling tides. There are 4 main harbours in this area.
Hideaway Marina - 1.5255887891km, New Ulster Marina - 1.64387844976km, Tidewater Marina - 2.64531464714km, Norrie Yacht Basin - 11.46944741289km
We found a total of 40 potential fishing spots nearby Kingston. Below you can find them organized on a map. Points, Headlands, Reefs, Islands, Channels, etc can all be productive fishing spots. As these are user submitted spots, there might be some errors in the exact location. You also need to cross check local fishing regulations. Some of the spots might be in or around marine reserves or other locations that cannot be fished. If you click on a location marker it will bring up some details and a quick link to google search, satellite maps and fishing times. Tip: Click/Tap on a new area to load more fishing spots.
Hideaway Marina - 1.5255887891km , New Ulster Marina - 1.64387844976km , Manor Lake - 1.92361433562km , Twaalfskill Brook - 2.12828289218km , Tidewater Marina - 2.64531464714km , Rondout Creek - 2.95208808942km , Gumaer Island - 2.98530130334km , Devils Lake - 3.25729302383km , Sugarbush Creek - 4.04027521085km , Astor Cove - 4.97104883927km , First Lake - 6.04706185481km , Esopus Lake - 6.05806221689km , DeWitt Lake - 6.17044973282km , Rhinebeck Kill - 6.40054525983km , Twin Lakes - 6.49585830027km , Binnewater Lakes - 6.59560214076km , Jones Island - 7.01712661326km , Snyder Swamp - 7.4749113302km , Lake Katrine - 7.51683616752km , Landsman Kill - 7.75105987708km , Middle Hudson River - 7.77096870717km , Vanderburgh Cove - 7.99541500495km , Fallsburg Creek - 8.11803238867km , North Staatsburg Creek - 8.89227277469km , Mudder Kill - 9.09437980134km , Swarte Kill - 9.12004518031km , Wallkill River - 9.18418119283km , Onteora Lake - 9.41356169644km , Louisa Pond - 9.89982887428km , Plattekill Creek - 10.5188537418km , DeFlora Brothers Dam - 11.06184236915km , Indian Kill - 11.15895330852km , Norrie Yacht Basin - 11.46944741289km , Skillpot Island - 11.59217663417km , Saw Kill - 12.0491457669km , Esopus Island - 12.05240309367km , Browns Pond - 12.79148418124km , Blunts Island - 12.79279615226km , Cruger Island - 12.97499297838km , Coxing Kill - 13.26414335508km
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