13 Best Places to See Salmon Spawning Around Seattle, the Eastside and South Sound
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Kokanee salmon spawning near Seattle. Photo: iStock
Ebright Creek, Lake Sammamish
It’s a treat to spot the unique and rare little red kokanee salmon spawning in Ebright Creek. This is one of only six known kokanee populations in Washington and the only one close to the Seattle area. Unlike other salmon, these little guys spend their entire lives in fresh water.
Location: Ebright Creek can be accessed at the East Lake Sammamish Trail in Sammamish.
When to see salmon: November through January
Next stop: Deschutes River
