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10 Best Places to See Salmon Spawning Around Seattle and the Eastside

Go, salmon! the best salmon viewing in rivers and creeks around town

Fiona Cohen
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Published on: August 15, 2023

10 Best Places to See Salmon Spawning Around Seattle and the Eastside

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A salmon in North Creek. Image courtesy of the City of Bothell

North Creek, Bothell

At North Creek in Bothell, look for Chinook, sockeye and coho as they migrate up the creek. Make sure to check under bridges, where fish often hide. View Chinook salmon in September, sockeye in October and coho in November.

Location: Start at North Creek Trail Park in Bothell, near the intersection of Interstate 405 and Beardslee Boulevard.

When: September through November

More info: Visit Salmon SEEson Bothell

Next stop: Sammamish River

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