Fishing & Hunting

Fishing

Skagit River Resort is a favorite base camp for fishers who are looking to catch their limit of the popular game species found in our local rivers, streams and lakes. This sport is regulated by the Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife, and we urge anyone interested in setting a line to obtain a copy of the current Fishing in Washington sport fishing rules. You can obtain a copy of this 129 page booklet at the place you purchase your fishing license, or you can download one in PDF format (4.7MB) from their website or here, and then save it on your computer. We usually have some copies here at the Resort, along with maps plus lots of information on hiking trails and other things to do in the area.

As a convenience to our guests, we extract some of the information from the booklet each year, and have it available as a single sheet handout which we call our Quick Fishing Guide.

We recommend the services of a good fishing guide --

On the beautiful Skagit River...

Bring your favorite companion(s) for a guided fishing experience or scenic river rafting "EcoTour"...
EcoTour Options include; "Uplands & Wetlands",
"A River Never Slumbers," "Eagle Watching" (seasonal), or "Introduction to Flyfishing"
...plus Overnight Resort Special (for two or more)

Great fishing (with the finest guide service), and a Warm, Cozy Cabin near the Eatery Restaurant. It doesn't get much better than this!

Includes:

Skagit River Resort Accommodations & Meals

Country or Theme Cabin for Two with fireplace (one night)
Dinner for Two at The Eatery
(Basic package: Tonight's Dinner Special, Soup/Salad, Beverage & Dessert)
(Deluxe package: Complete dinner ordered á la carte from our extensive menu)
Country Breakfast for Two at the Eatery
(Basic package: Country Breakfast Special)
(Deluxe package: Country breakfast ordered á la carte from our extensive menu)

Dennis Dickson EcoTour or Flyfishing Guide Trip

Experienced or novice flyfishers. All equipment and flies for the three hour tour are provided. Bring chest waders* and your WA fishing license. We travel by raft, stopping to wade each pool
A good chance to see wintering bald eagles during the months of December thru February
Streamside lunch (or Deluxe warm restaurant lunch) available for $12.00 per angler.

BASIC PACKAGE Eco- or flyfishing tour and rafting...three hours of river fun! An older, comfortable Country Cabin with fireplace. Dinner & Breakfast Specials.	DELUXE PACKAGE Eco- or flyfishing three hour tour and river rafting. A delightful, comfy Theme Cabin with fireplace. Á la carte Dinner & Breakfast selections.
A Great Value...$319.00 per couple	A Super Value...$359.00 per couple

Package arrangements can be made for any size fishing party. Please call for a quotation.

Booking Instructions:
Contact Skagit River Resort by phone (800-273-2606) with a selection of dates you wish for your EcoTour or fishing trip, and how many are in your party. The Resort will contact Dickson Outdoor Adventures to secure a date and call you with a confirmation. WA state sales tax of 8.0% and county lodging tax of 2.0% will be added to your package price. Confirmed packages may be held with a 50% deposit for each person, refundable up to 10 days before your arrival (Upon confirmation, we will hold your booking for seven days pending receipt of your 50% deposit.)

Be sure to ask if you'd like to extend your accommodations for extra nights (before or after your guided trip) if you wish to spend some additional time on the river or doing one of the many other activities available to you at or around the Resort.

Further information:
Dickson Outdoor Adventures, www.flyfishsteelhead.com, 360-435-6499
Skagit River Resort, www.northcascades.com, 800-273-2606, 360-873-2250

* chest waders for rent from Hook, Line & Sinker just off I-5 at Smokey Point (360-435-5052)

Hunting This section is still under construction.

Various hunting regulations are accessible at the Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife. Their 28 page Migratory Waterfowl & Upland Game booklet is also available as a PDF download (2.6MB) here. The 20 page Furbearer Trapping booklet (1.3MB) is here. The 71 page Big Game Hunting booklet (2MB) is here.

Shuttle Service

Please contact us if you require our help in shuttling your vehicles to/from trailheads and put-in/take-out spots on the river. You must arrange this in advance. Our shuttle fee, which depends on the number of people and distance to be traveled, is very reasonable -- talk to Bob at the Resort Office. It usually works this way: Come to the Office (if it's a river trip, you should already have dropped off your boat at your put-in point). Our van will follow you to your take-out point or hike-out point, where your will park your vehicle (and boat trailer) where it will be waiting for you at the end of your wilderness trip. We'll then shuttle you to your trip starting point.

Disclaimer: Skagit River Resort LLC, North Cascades Adventures & Wilderness Experiences, and any person or company providing activity program services for or in conjunction with us, as well as any staff and personnel representing said entities, do not accept liability for personal or property loss, injury or inconvenience sustained by any person participating in any such activity arranged for or provided by us, or in connection with information provided in this document or in any other written, spoken or other means of communication. Although we try to always provide accurate-as-possible information, because conditions may change and errors may exist, you rely on such information at your own risk. As this information (which includes, without limitation, advice, opinions, recommendations, reviews, guides, directions, maps and graphics) may relate to a hazardous activity, you acknowledge that relationship by accepting this information. Please supplement your knowledge by consulting official sources for current conditions, obtaining all necessary permits, and taking appropriate cautions when utilizing this information in your enjoyment of the North Cascades.