clamming in north Pacific County, Washington

Clam Digging & Shell Fishing

The beaches of North Cove and Grayland are famous for their productive razor clam beds. Clam digging on the beaches is a favorite activity for locals and visitors alike. There are many different types of clamdigging equipment. Tubular clamming guns come in either aluminum or plastic forms and clamming shovel lengths can vary greatly. Give each of these types a try and choose the one that fits you best. Other equipment handy for a dig include: a net bag in which to store your clams, waders to brave the tide and warm clothes to fight off the elements. Area beaches and the dates they are open vary due to numerous environmental factors and permit availability. Always check the season and regulations with the Recreational Emergency Regulations Hotline at 360-796-3215, and don't forget your Shellfish/Seaweed License. For more information, including dates, equipment, instructions and recipes, please visit the Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife's page on Razor Clam Digging.

Crab Rings and Shellfish Licences may be purchased at Dennis Company in Raymond.

The following areas have public access for Razor Clams, Native Littlenecks, Manila Littlenecks, Butter Clams, Cockle Clams, Eastern Softshell Clams, Macomas Clams, Geoduck Clams, Horse Clams, Oysters, Dungeness Crab, Red Rock Crab, Mussels, Goose Barnacles, Sandshrimp, Seaweed: (Please check with the Department of Fish and Wildlife for rules and regulations.)

Nemah
For more information about Nemah, including rules and regulations, please visit the Department of Fish and Wildlife Website.
Tidelands: Open for Pacific Oysters, Eastern Softshell and Manila Clams and Cockles
Access: The Nemah site may be accessed by boat or by land at Pickernell Creek off Highway 101. The gravel turnout on the west side of Highway 101 just south of Pickernell Creek (at milepost 38.3) may be used for parking.
Driving: From Raymond/South Bend, follow US 101 south toward Long Beach to Pickernell Creek (at milepost 38.3).

Rhodesia Beach (Bay Center)
For more information about Bay Center, including rules and regulations, please visit the Department of Fish and Wildlife Website.
Tidelands: Open for Pacific Oysters, Eastern Softshell and Manila Clams
Access: Rhodesia Beach may be accessed by boat or by land from two locations: [1] from Bay Center Road near "Buggy Basin"; and [2] the county road known as Rhodesia Beach Drive.
Driving: [1] From Raymond/South Bend, take US 101 south toward Long Beach; right on Bay Center Road (at milepost 41.5); go 1-1/2 miles to turnout on west side of county road for access near Buggy Basin; and [2] continue north on Bay Center Road approximately 1/2 miles; left on Rhodesia Beach Drive to beach and cockles.

Hawk's Point / Tokeland Area
For more information about Hawk's Point, including rules and regulations, please visit the Department of Fish and Wildlife Website.
Access: The Hawk's Point / Tokeland site may be accessed by boat or by land along State Route 105. There are three gravel turnouts on the north side of Highway 105 between milepost 13 and 15 that can be used for parking.
Driving: From Raymond follow SR 105 north toward Tokeland to Freshwater Creek (at milepost 13.3)

Tokeland Marina
For more information about Tokeland, including rules and regulations, please visit the Department of Fish and Wildlife Website.
Access: The Tokeland Marina may be accessed by boat or by land from Front Lane.
Driving: From Raymond, follow SR105 north to Tokeland Road (milepost 18.6). Turn left on Tokeland Road, which bevomes Kindred Avenue, and follow to Front Lane. Turn left on Front Lane.