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Planning your next fishing trip in Bellingham, United States ? Today is a excellent 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.

Bellingham, Washington offers anglers access to productive saltwater and freshwater fishing, from salmon and lingcod in Bellingham Bay and the San Juan gateway to trout and bass in nearby lakes. With year-round fishing opportunities, diverse structure, and consistent bait presence, Bellingham is a strategic base for targeting Pacific Northwest gamefish by boat, kayak, or from shore. read more...

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Sun and Moon Times

The sun will be at it's highest point at . Today we have 16:12 hours of daylight. For shallow water fishing the twilight periods are often the most productive fishing times, especially on days when a major or minor time will coincide with twilight. In low light conditions predators have better cover for their ambush and often hunt in shallow water.
  • Nautical Twilight begins:
    Sunrise:
  • Sunset:
    Nautical Twilight ends:
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  • Moon over:
  • Moon under:
  • Visibility:
    1%
  • New Moon - 1% illuminated New Moon
Next Full Moon in ~14 days on 29th June
New Moon is generally a very productive time for fishing. Dark nights mean that many predators feed more actively during daylight hours. The combined gravity of sun and moon during New Moon days has a stronger effect on all water bodies, leads to increased food availabilty and hence better fishing.
  • Distance to earth:
    363,859 km
    Proximity:
    98.2 %
We can compare the current moon distance to it's minimum and maximum distance from earth and express that as proximity. A high proximity means the moon is closer to earth. At 50% it would be at it's mean distance. A high proximity causes big tides, currents and has a direct effect on increased bite times. A proximity greater than 90% indicates a super moon.
Moon Phases for Bellingham
New Moon
Sun, 14 Jun
Full Moon
Mon, 29 Jun
New Moon
Tue, 14 Jul
Full Moon
Wed, 29 Jul

Solunar Bite Times

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    12:14 am - 02:14 am
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    04:07 am - 06:07 am
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    12:54 pm - 02:54 pm
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    09:41 pm - 11:41 pm
All times are displayed in the America/Los_Angeles timezone and are automatically adjusted to daylight savings. The current timezone offset is -7 hours. Green and yellow areas indicate the best fishing times (major and minor). Blue areas indicate high and low tides. The center shows the current moon phase which is a New Moon at 1% lumination. According to the Solunar Theory, today is a excellent day for fishing, but you need to cross check this with the current weather forecast for a final decision. Today some bite times coincide with sunrise or sunset. Those will be particularly good times for fishing and are indicated by sun icons. The next best fishing time ( ) starts in -6 hour and -14 minute. The gray time indicator displays the current local time.
America/Los_Angeles • Mon, 15 Jun 07:39 • 48.76, -122.488

Tides Times for Fishing: Mon, 15 Jun

The Tideclock displays the tide status and the hours until the next tide. Currently the tide is falling and the next low tide is in 4 hours and 8 minutes.
Tide Graph
03:34 am 11:47 am 07:53 pm AM PM 9.22 ft -3.74 ft height hour: 12 2 4 6 8 10 12 2 4 6 8 10 12
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Tide Time Height
high 03:34 am 8.89 ft
low 11:47 am -3.74 ft
high 07:53 pm 9.22 ft
Tide Coefficient at 03:34 am is 97
Tide Coefficient at 07:53 pm is 104
For fishing, stronger tides are often favourable as they cause stronger currents and more motion on the sea bed. The above tidal coefficients give us an indication of how strong the tides are compared to their average. A value over 90 indicates very strong tides, known as spring tides. A low value indicates weak tides, known as neap tides. The tidal coefficient can range from 20 to 120 with a mean value of 70. A higher number usually indicates better fishing.
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7 Day Fishing Weather

The weather plays an important role in fishing. Wind strenght and direction often determine where you can fish and where fish might be holding. Although high pressure is usually good for fishing, steep pressure changes often trigger feeding frenzies and are great times for fishing. Of course temperature has also a strong effect on fishing and comfort on the water. So make sure to cross check the weather forecast with the solunar fishing times to determine the best times to go fishing. The graph below shows you the 3 hourly weather progression over the next 7 days. Scroll the graph left or right to see more.
Selected Weather Station: Bellingham, US
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7 Day Fishing Forecast Calendar
Date Major Bite Times Minor Bite Times Sun Moon Moonphase Tide Times
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New Moon
high: , 8.92 ft , Coeff: 98
low: , -3.41 ft
high: , 8.96 ft , Coeff: 98
low: , 6.92 ft
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New Moon
high: , 8.89 ft , Coeff: 97
low: , -3.74 ft
high: , 9.22 ft , Coeff: 104
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S: 		Waxing Crescent moon phase
Waxing Crescent
low: , 6.89 ft
high: , 8.66 ft , Coeff: 93
low: , -3.64 ft
high: , 9.28 ft , Coeff: 105
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S: 		Waxing Crescent moon phase
Waxing Crescent
low: , 6.66 ft
high: , 8.2 ft , Coeff: 83
low: , -3.18 ft
high: , 9.22 ft , Coeff: 104
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S: 		Waxing Crescent moon phase
Waxing Crescent
low: , 6.17 ft
high: , 7.55 ft , Coeff: 70
low: , -2.4 ft
high: , 9.12 ft , Coeff: 102
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S: 		Waxing Crescent moon phase
Waxing Crescent
low: , 5.48 ft
high: , 6.69 ft , Coeff: 53
low: , -1.28 ft
high: , 9.02 ft , Coeff: 100
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S: 		First Quarter Moon moon phase
First Quarter Moon
low: , 4.49 ft
high: , 5.77 ft , Coeff: 35
low: , 0.03 ft
high: , 8.89 ft , Coeff: 97
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S: 		First Quarter Moon moon phase
First Quarter Moon
low: , 3.38 ft
high: , 5.02 ft , Coeff: 20
low: , 1.51 ft
high: , 8.73 ft , Coeff: 94
*bold times indicate best fishing times around sunrise or sunset

Fishing Overview Bellingham

Bellingham fishing sits at the crossroads of Bellingham Bay, the San Juan Islands, and a cluster of productive inland lakes, giving anglers four seasons of diverse opportunity. Cold, nutrient-rich marine waters combine with trout- and bass-filled freshwater to make this one of the most versatile fishing hubs in northwestern Washington.

Saltwater anglers focus on salmon, lingcod, rockfish, flatfish, and crab. In late winter and early spring, Chinook salmon concentrate in deeper contours of Bellingham Bay and Rosario Strait; troll 80–200 feet with downriggers, running 11-inch flashers and hootchies or spoons in green, chartreuse, and glow patterns. As summer progresses, migrating Chinook and coho push along the edges of Lummi Island and the outer islands—work tide rips, current seams, and bait balls, paying close attention to herring schools that often reveal fish on the surface.

For shore-based salmon access around Bellingham, focus on public piers and accessible shoreline at high tide, casting metal spoons, 1/2–1 oz buzz bombs, or herring under a float. Dawn and dusk around strong tidal exchanges are especially productive. When pink salmon return in odd-numbered years, scale down to smaller pink spoons and jigs and retrieve with a steady, moderate-speed crank.

Lingcod and rockfish haunt the rocky structure and ledges off Lummi Island, Hale Passage, and the island chain to the west. In May and June, many anglers drift over reefs in 40–120 feet, working 4–8 oz lead-head jigs dressed with curly-tail plastics or large swimbaits in rootbeer and white. Keep your presentation near bottom and be ready to crank fast to keep fish out of the rocks. Kelp greenling and smaller rockfish respond well to shrimp-tipped jigs along kelp edges and rocky points, ideal for kayak anglers launching from local ramps.

Freshwater fishing near Bellingham centers on Lake Whatcom, Lake Samish, and numerous smaller lakes and ponds. Lake Whatcom is known for smallmouth bass, yellow perch, and seasonal trout. When water temperatures warm in late spring, target rocky points, docks, and submerged humps with drop-shot rigs, Ned rigs, and small crankbaits for smallmouth. Early and late in the day, work topwater poppers and walking baits along rocky shorelines and dock lines.

Lake Samish offers kokanee, trout, and bass. Kokanee are best from late spring through summer; troll small dodgers and pink or orange hoochies or wedding rings tipped with white shoe-peg corn, adjusting depth with downriggers or lead-core line as fish move deeper. For largemouth, flip soft plastics into lily pads and timber, or slow-roll spinnerbaits along weed edges at first and last light.

Trout fishing around Bellingham peaks in spring and fall. Stocked lakes fish well with PowerBait off the bottom, slip bobbers suspending nightcrawlers, or trolling small spinners and spoons. For a more mobile approach, cast 1/16–1/8 oz inline spinners along windblown shores and points, covering water until you locate active fish. Coastal cutthroat in streams and nearshore areas respond to small spoons, spinners, and streamer-style flies swung through riffles and current seams.

Year-round, tidal timing, bait presence, and structure are the big three factors in Bellingham. Plan saltwater trips around moving water and visible life—diving birds, tide lines, and bait marks on sonar. In lakes, watch temperature and light: go deep and subtle under bluebird skies, and fish shallow, fast-moving lures under low light or windy conditions. With methodical attention to tides, structure, and seasonal patterns, Bellingham delivers consistent action for both local and traveling anglers.

Interactive Fishing Map for the greater Bellingham area

Wharf's or Jetties are good places to wet a line and meet other fishermen. They often produce a fresh feed of fish and are also great to catch bait fish. As they are often well lit, they also provide a good opportunity for night fishing. There are 1 wharf(s) in this area.

Blue Canyon Coal Company’s dock (historical) - 2.27352794633km

Beaches and Bays are ideal places for land-based fishing. If the beach is shallow and the water is clear then twilight times are usually the best times, especially when they coincide with a major or minor fishing time. Often the points on either side of a beach are the best spots. Or if the beach is large then look for irregularities in the breaking waves, indicating sandbanks and holes. We found 7 beaches and bays in this area.

Bellingham Bay - 6.1755622296km , Chuckanut Bay - 8.82021421084km , Pleasant Bay - 10.39401300936km , Neontawanta Beach - 11.84547022714km , Hermosa Beach - 11.90151567506km , Inati Bay - 13.86994862635km , Lummi Bay - 13.93677729305km

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 3 main harbours in this area.

Portage Island - 11.4538594713km, Dutch Harbor - 11.74613085053km, Fisherman's Cove Marina - 13.68921539134km

We found a total of 40 potential fishing spots nearby Bellingham. 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.

Whatcom Creek - 0.75855705223km , Squalicum Creek - 1.42660552209km , Blue Canyon Coal Company’s dock (historical) - 2.27352794633km , Sunset Pond - 2.77029990199km , Padden Creek - 4.56505259297km , Whatcom Lake Dam - 4.80212402482km , Taylor Pond Dam - 5.1513918831km , Toad Creek - 6.08504505823km , Bellingham Bay - 6.1755622296km , Lake Padden Dam - 6.36272507798km , Chuckanut Creek - 6.7838644028km , Bullard Dam - 6.83565469713km , Toad Lake - 7.70123497746km , Nooksack River - 8.3233866223km , Chuckanut Bay - 8.82021421084km , Chuckanut Island - 9.2224236023km , Slater Slough - 9.35084293916km , Smuggler Slough - 9.41337564956km , Pleasant Bay - 10.39401300936km , Tennant Lake - 10.44425839859km , Heavens-Lass Lagoon Dam - 10.65891420574km , Lake Whatcom - 10.69269787724km , Rufus Creek - 10.79192224189km , Brant Island - 10.92353642546km , Squalicum Lake - 10.99081780608km , Fragrance Lake - 11.27321921782km , Portage Island - 11.4538594713km , Dutch Harbor - 11.74613085053km , Neontawanta Beach - 11.84547022714km , Wildcat Cove - 11.89611985965km , Hermosa Beach - 11.90151567506km , Lake Samish - 12.95394291227km , Louise Lake Dam - 13.05626810151km , Lummi River - 13.34456915234km , Cha-Choo-Sen - 13.53825577528km , Smugglers Cove - 13.67733277371km , Fisherman's Cove Marina - 13.68921539134km , Eliza Island - 13.83307763562km , Inati Bay - 13.86994862635km , Lummi Bay - 13.93677729305km

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