Squid Jigging King County: Hello, When is the best time in Dec., 2023 given that the weather forecast says cloudy. Can someone please tell me what time is the best time to go squid...

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Dec 4, 2023 00:53:45 #

artest7 Loc: Seattle, WA.

Hello,
When is the best time in Dec., 2023 given that the weather forecast says cloudy.

Can someone please tell me what time is the best time to go squid jigging in Puget Sound like maybe over at Seacrest Park Pier or Shilshole Marina? Ive never been squidding before but I’m now prepared to go and have tjuu this week off but don’t know when is the most optimal time off a pier in King County. I read that daylight tide or high tide is the best time to go??

So does anyone have an answer given the above info?)
(2023). I’m assuming night is best btw?

It looks like fun!
Thanks in advance!!

Dec 4, 2023 16:51:46 #

Edfisher Loc: Athens, WI and Sultan, WA

Pretty much any time you can find a space. I think the squid tend to come in closer to the docks at night but people do catch them during the day. There are a couple of Puget Sound squid pages on FB as well. I think some docks close at night but I don't know for sure.

Dec 4, 2023 20:50:45 #

Dakoda Loc: Cle Elum, WA

Edmonds Pier at sunset was my favorite.

Dec 5, 2023 00:18:47 #

Robert siegfried Loc: washington state

squid at night for sure
Point Defiance Fishing pier is good. bring bright light or Neon light for attraction.
they will congregate around light areas.

Bob Siegfried

Dec 5, 2023 10:50:26 #

Jarheadfishnfool Loc: Woodlake/Tulare ,Ca.

Robert siegfried wrote:

squid at night for sure
Point Defiance Fishing pier is good. bring bright light or Neon light for attraction.
they will congregate around light areas.

Bob Siegfried

👍🤙

Dec 6, 2023 01:29:20 #

thuner Loc: Seattle Washington

Seacrest after dark is very popular. You need to bring your own very powerful light or be lucky enough to stand near someone else who brought one and doesn't mind. I don't think tide level matters.

Dec 12, 2023 14:51:06 #

hawaiipr Loc: Olympia, WA

artest7 wrote:

Hello, br When is the best time in Dec., 2023 give... (show quote)

There is truly best time. The best thing is go. Incoming evening tides you most likely see the most people there. Take pole, rain gear and dress warm. Stop at any tackle place and ask if they have squid jigs. Buy 2 one heavy and one lighter, best colors red and green. Heavy one on bottom, lighter one about 1' above. Stand next to someone and ask them their technique. You squiding. Also watch You Tube videos! Good luck 👍

Dec 12, 2023 15:02:06 #

jbates6516 Loc: Port Orchard, Wa

Kitsap county here, Manchester. I am seeing locations identified but no reports of success, or lack thereof. Nothing doing over here since first of November. Are results better elsewhere?

Dec 12, 2023 20:56:35 #

artest7 Loc: Seattle, WA.

Yes I know all the spots and techniques. The only thing I’m looking for is WHEN and WHERE to go?? I’ve been to seacrest park pier and behind Elliot’s Oyster house both after 10-11pm with no luck. The ppl
At seacrest had been there a while with one person saying they caught ONE! Didn’t even see anyone at Elliots Oyster house so I wasn’t even sure that was the spot and didn’t even drop a line. Maybe I’ll try Shilshole??? As anyone heard of anyone catching anything in Dec. 2023 yet?? Or does anyone know of any up-to-date online squid catching reports to be able to view??

Thank you for your replies! 😃🙏🏻

Dec 13, 2023 00:31:49 #

hawaiipr Loc: Olympia, WA

artest7 wrote:

Yes I know all the spots and techniques. The only ... (show quote)

The best I have done is Alkai Beach in West Seattle this time of year. I haven't been this year, but try there and let me know if you do any good. Good Luck

Dec 14, 2023 03:05:17 #

artest7 Loc: Seattle, WA.

Alki beach? Or did u mean Seacrest Park pier by the Marination Ma Kai restaurant? It appears that the high tide is around 5am. Has anyone gone THAT early(or late if ur a night owl like myself lol)? Also, is it ok to park overnight there? Or at any of the other Puget Sound piers (near Elliot’s Oyster house, Shilshole, etc.?
Thanks for all ur replies! Art

Dec 14, 2023 11:40:03 #

hawaiipr Loc: Olympia, WA

Seacrest Park, the restaurant has good food and a nice selection of beer. I just went after dark, I always got something there.

Dec 25, 2023 01:29:14 #

artest7 Loc: Seattle, WA.

Did u say Alki BEACH? Or are you referring to the pier there? If not....you can actually catch squid from the "Beach?" Isn't it too shallow there?
Thanks!
AE

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