BUY FRESH SEAFOOD
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BUY FRESH SEAFOOD
One of the best parts of visiting Winchester Bay is the seafood.
One of the best parts of visiting Winchester Bay is the seafood. When fishing boats return to Salmon Harbor, many fishermen sell their catch directly from the boat. That means you can take home incredibly fresh crab, salmon, tuna, and more.
What you’ll find at the docks depends on the time of year and what boats are bringing in that day. Use this guide to see what seafood is typically in season and where to look when you arrive.
seafood availability
Seafood in Winchester Bay changes with the seasons. Some species are available much of the year, while others appear for only a few months when conditions are right.
Pink Shrimp
Availability: Jan - Apr
Rockfish
Availability: Year-Round
Lingcod
Availability: Year-Round
Albacore Tuna
Availability: Jul–Oct
Salmon
Availability: Jun–Oct
Oysters
Availability: Year-Round
Dungeness Crab
Availability: Dec–Aug
Fresh This Month
See what’s likely to be coming across the docks this month.
September — Albacore Tuna & Dungeness Crab
September can bring the best of two seasons. Albacore is still being landed in force, while the commercial bay Dungeness crab season opens after Labor Day.
WHERE TO FIND FRESH SEAFOOD IN
Winchester Bay
If you're hoping to take home fresh seafood during your visit, Salmon Harbor is the best place to start. When fishing boats return from offshore trips, fresh catch often makes its way into the harbor area.
You may find seafood available directly from fishermen, through local seafood businesses, or at nearby markets depending on the day and the season.
These locations are good places to begin your search.
Sportsman Cannery
A well-known spot in Winchester Bay where visitors often check for fresh seafood.
Breakwater Commercial Dock
Part of the working harbor where commercial fishing boats return with their catch.
Umpqua Bait
Located near Salmon Harbor, Umpqua Bait is another place visitors often stop for seafood and fishing supplies.
Find Dockside Seafood
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Seasons
Seafood in Winchester Bay changes with the seasons. Some species are available much of the year, while others appear for only a few months when conditions are right.
This section updates automatically to show what seafood is typically available right now.
COOK YOUR CATCH
Once you pick up seafood at the docks, you have plenty of options for enjoying it. Many visitors head back to their campground or RV site and fire up the grill. You’ll also find picnic areas around the harbor where people often enjoy fresh seafood after a day on the water.
