🎣 Fishing Spot: Bogachiel River, Olympic Peninsula

🏞️ General Details About the Bogachiel River

The Bogachiel River is one of the Olympic Peninsula's most productive and accessible steelhead rivers, flowing approximately 50 miles from Bogachiel Peak in the Olympic National Park through lush temperate rainforest to its confluence with the Sol Duc River, forming the Quillayute River just outside the town of Forks, Washington. What makes the "Bogey" (as locals call it) truly special is its massive hatchery steelhead program combined with robust wild fish runs, creating one of the highest catch-rate steelhead fisheries in Washington State.

Unlike its glacier-fed neighbors (the Hoh and Queets), the Bogachiel is not glacier-fed, which means it doesn't experience heavy sediment loads during spring and summer snowmelt. This characteristic results in a longer fishing season with more consistent water clarity throughout the year. The river's name comes from the Quileute words meaning "muddy water" or "gets riley after a rain"—while it does color up during rain events, it clears faster than glacier-fed systems.

The Bogachiel River system supports up to 50,000 hatchery winter steelhead smolts released annually from the Bogachiel Rearing Ponds, plus an estimated 19,000 wild steelhead returning each year. When you combine these numbers with the river's moderate size and accessible character, you get exceptional fishing opportunities—especially for anglers targeting their first steelhead or those who want consistent action.

The river flows through over 25 miles of fishable water, from Olympic National Park's upper wilderness sections (accessed by hiking trails) down through easily accessible lower sections paralleling Highway 101 and local roads. The most popular fishing occurs in the 4-mile stretch from the Rearing Ponds to Wilson Bridge, which sees steady drift boat traffic and bank anglers during peak season.

The Bogachiel is notably more beginner-friendly than neighboring rivers like the Sol Duc (tight, boulder-strewn pocket water) or the Hoh (larger, more powerful flows). The Bogey features smoother flows, easier wading, broader runs, and less technical water—making it an excellent "training wheels" river for those new to steelhead fishing, while still rewarding experienced anglers with trophy fish pushing 20-30 pounds.

🌟 Why the Bogachiel River Is Special

• Highest Catch Rates on the Peninsula
  The Bogachiel consistently produces more caught-and-kept hatchery steelhead than any other Olympic Peninsula river. With massive hatchery returns concentrated in a medium-sized river, the fish-per-angler ratio is exceptionally high. If you want to actually catch steelhead (not just cast all day hoping), the Bogey delivers.

• Hatchery and Wild Fish Opportunities
  The river offers the best of both worlds: abundant hatchery fish you can retain (2 per day), plus wild steelhead you can catch-and-release. The hatchery fish arrive early (December-January) and are ocean-bright, aggressive, and average 8-12 pounds. Wild fish arrive throughout winter and spring, with March-April producing legendary 15-30 pound trophies in the upper river.

• Beginner-Friendly Yet Productive
  Compared to technically demanding rivers, the Bogachiel is forgiving. Broader runs, smoother flows, gravel bars for easy wading, and straightforward drift boat floats make this an ideal river for first-time steelheaders or anglers upgrading from trout fishing. Yet experienced anglers still find challenge and trophy potential.

• Longer Fishing Season
  Because the river isn't glacier-fed, it fishes well from December through April without the blow-outs and sediment issues that plague glacier-fed systems during warm spells. Summer steelhead runs (June-September) add additional opportunities, plus fall salmon (September-November) and sea-run cutthroat (summer months).

• Excellent Access and Infrastructure
  Multiple boat launches (Rearing Ponds, Wilson Bridge, Bogachiel State Park), bank fishing access, nearby town of Forks with full services, and proximity to other legendary rivers (Hoh, Sol Duc, Calawah) make the Bogey a destination base camp for Olympic Peninsula fishing trips.

• Trophy Potential in Upper River
  While the lower river near the hatchery produces consistent numbers, the upper river—accessed from Bogachiel State Park and Olympic National Park trails—holds some of the Peninsula's largest wild steelhead. Fish in the 20-30 pound class are caught every season, particularly in March and April when big spawners push into the headwaters.

💵 Cost and Access (2025)

The Bogachiel River is managed by the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW), with upper sections flowing through Olympic National Park. Access costs are minimal, but regulations have become stricter in recent years to protect wild steelhead.

🎫 2025 Licensing and Access Fees

Critical 2024-25 Regulations (EMERGENCY RULES IN EFFECT):

• NO BAIT ALLOWED: Selective gear rules prohibit all bait, scents, and scented materials
• Single-Point Barbless Hooks ONLY: No treble hooks; only one hook per lure/rig
• Release ALL Wild Steelhead: Only hatchery steelhead (adipose fin clipped) may be retained
• Daily Limit: 2 hatchery steelhead per day
• Wild Fish Handling: Do not remove wild steelhead fully from water before release
• Floating Device Restrictions: Fishing from boats/rafts prohibited upstream of Mill Creek (¾ mile above hatchery)
• APRIL 2025 CLOSURE: Bogachiel closed to ALL fishing April 1-30, 2025
• Season: December 2, 2024 - March 31, 2025 (then closed April)

Where to Buy Licenses: Online at https://fishhunt.dfw.wa.gov or at Olympic Sporting Goods in Forks, WA.

CRITICAL: Always check WDFW Emergency Rules (https://wdfw.wa.gov/fishing/regulations/emergency-rules) before every trip. Regulations change frequently and violations carry steep fines ($500+ for wild steelhead retention).

🐟 Species and Seasonal Timing

The Bogachiel supports diverse anadromous runs throughout the year, with winter steelhead being the primary draw.

Flow Considerations:
The Bogachiel is rain-fed and can fluctuate dramatically during storm cycles. Ideal winter steelhead flows: 500-2,000 cfs (lower than the Hoh due to smaller watershed). Above 3,000 cfs the river becomes difficult to fish and may blow out. Below 300 cfs fish become spooky in clear water. Check USGS gauge #12042000 (Bogachiel River near La Push) before trips. The river rises and falls faster than glacier-fed systems—a 6-hour rain event can make it unfishable, but it also clears within 24-48 hours.

🎯 Mastering the Bogachiel: Advanced Techniques

The Bogachiel's character—moderate flows, gravel/boulder bottom, and diverse holding water—makes it ideal for all three classic steelhead techniques. However, 2024-25 regulations prohibit bait, requiring adaptation to artificial-only methods.

🎣 Technique #1: Drift Fishing with Jigs and Lures (No Bait)

Overview
Traditional drift fishing on the Bogachiel relied heavily on cured salmon eggs, sand shrimp, and prawns. However, current regulations prohibit ALL bait and scents. Modern Bogachiel drift fishing now focuses on jigs, soft plastics, beads, and Spin-N-Glos—all of which can be extremely effective when presented properly. This technique involves drifting artificial offerings along the river bottom through steelhead holding lies, maintaining constant contact with substrate while keeping presentations at the fish's eye level.

When to Deploy This Technique

• Prime Season: December through March for winter steelhead
• Ideal Flows: 600-1,500 cfs for optimal presentation (manageable weight, clear bottom contact)
• Water Clarity: 18 inches to 3 feet visibility is optimal
• Best Locations: Tailouts, deep slots, bucket holes behind boulders, inside bends, seams between current speeds
• Weather Conditions: Overcast or light rain; avoid fishing during rapid flow increases

Tackle Setup

• Rod: 9-10.5 foot medium-heavy spinning or conventional rod rated for 10-17 lb line
• Reel: Baitcasting reel with clicker or spinning reel (3000-4000 size) with smooth drag
• Main Line: 12-17 lb monofilament (stretch cushions headshakes) OR 30 lb braided line to 10-12 lb mono/fluoro leader
• Leader: 24-30 inches of 10-12 lb fluorocarbon (lighter in clear water, heavier in stained)
• Weight System: Slinky weights (2-4 feet of paracord with removable lead shot) OR pencil lead (¼-¾ oz sections)
• Hooks: Since bait is prohibited, use jig hooks (size 1/0-2/0) or octopus hooks (size 2-1/0) for beads

Best Artificial Offerings (NO BAIT ALLOWED)

Jigs (Most Productive):

1. Marabou Jigs: 1/8-3/8 oz in pink, purple, cerise, black, white, orange, and chartreuse
2. Soft Plastic Jigs: 3-4 inch worms in pink, purple, orange, and chartreuse rigged on 1/8-1/4 oz jig heads
3. Tipped Jigs: Use artificial attractants like Berkley Gulp! Maggots, Gulp! Eggs, or artificial prawns (no scent allowed)
4. Yarn Jigs: Jigs wrapped with colored yarn for added profile

Beads (Deadly for Steelhead):

1. Hard Beads: 8-12mm beads in pink, orange, flame, blood red, and cerise—peg 1-2 inches above bare hook
2. Soft Beads: Trout beads or similar products in natural egg colors
3. Glow Beads: For low-light conditions or stained water

Spin-N-Glos and Corkies:

1. Size 10-14 in pink, orange, chartreuse, and cerise
2. Drift fished with weight below or above depending on current
3. Can add Gulp! products for added appeal (if not considered "scent"—check regs)

Plugs (For Specific Conditions):

1. Wiggle warts, Hot Shots, and similar diving plugs (size 35-50) in pink, orange, and chartreuse
2. Back-trolled or side-drifted in deeper holes

The Technique: Step-by-Step

1. Reading Water for Drift Fishing

Steelhead in the Bogachiel hold in predictable locations:

• Tailouts: Transition zones where pools shallow into riffles—primary holding water
• Bucket Holes: Deep depressions behind large boulders or logjams
• Seams: Transition lines between fast and slow current
• Inside Bends: Deeper water on river curves where fish rest
• Behind Structure: Logs, boulders, bedrock shelves creating current relief
• Depth: 3-7 feet of water with moderate current

The Hatchery Hole: The most famous spot on the river—where the rearing pond outflow enters and fish stack up. Expect crowds here in December-January but also expect fish.

2. Rigging for No-Bait Drift Fishing

Jig Setup:

• Attach jig directly to main line OR use 18-24 inch fluorocarbon leader
• Add slinky or pencil lead 12-18 inches above jig (heavier current requires more weight)
• Tip jig with Gulp! product or leave plain
• Weight should tick-tick along bottom without excessive snagging

Bead Setup:

• Tie octopus hook (size 2-1/0) to 24-30 inch fluorocarbon leader
• Thread bead onto leader
• Peg bead 1-2 inches above hook using toothpick or commercial peg
• Attach leader to main line via swivel
• Add slinky weight above swivel
• Bead mimics drifting salmon egg—deadly presentation

Spin-N-Glo Setup:

• Thread Spin-N-Glo body onto leader
• Add octopus hook
• Drift with weight above or below depending on depth needed

3. The Drift: Managing Line and Bottom Contact

• Upstream Cast: Cast 30-45 degrees upstream of target lie
• Immediate Mend: Mend line upstream as offering hits water to prevent drag
• High Rod Position: Keep rod at 10-11 o'clock throughout drift
• Feel Everything: Constant light ticking as weight bounces over gravel/rocks
• Follow the Drift: Walk alongside offering, keeping minimal slack
• Complete Drift: Fish entire run—strikes often occur at drift's end
• Step-and-Repeat: Take 2-3 steps downstream between casts, covering all water systematically

4. Strike Detection and Hookset

Without bait scent, steelhead strikes on artificials may be more aggressive:

• Solid Bump: Feels different from bottom—set immediately
• Dead Weight: Suddenly heavier, then moves—SET HARD
• Rod Loads: Tip pulls down sharply—set now
• Line Movement: Watch where line enters water—any unnatural movement means SET THE HOOK

The Hookset:
Sharp, powerful upward sweep. With single-point barbless hooks, hooksets must be solid but not so violent you rip hooks out. Set firmly, set twice.

Pro Tips for No-Bait Drift Fishing

Color Selection:

• Stained Water (12-24 inches visibility): Bright pink, hot pink, chartreuse, cerise
• Clear Water (2+ feet): Natural colors, light pink, peach, purple
• Overcast: Brighter colors
• Sunny: More subdued tones

Bead Fishing Mastery:

• Match bead size and color to natural salmon eggs in the river (varies by season)
• Pegging distance is critical: 1-2 inches for most conditions
• Free-drifting beads often out-fish fixed beads—experiment
• During heavy salmon spawn, beads absolutely dominate

Jig Presentation:

• Tip jigs with Gulp! maggots or eggs for added appeal (check if allowed under "no scent" rule)
• Vary jig sizes: smaller (1/8 oz) in clear/low water, larger (3/8 oz) in higher flows
• Experiment with retrieval: straight drift vs. occasional lifts and drops

Weight Management:

• Start heavier than you think—better to feel bottom than drift over fish
• Slinky weights slide over rocks better than egg sinkers—fewer snags
• In very heavy current, pencil lead provides better bottom contact
• Adjust weight every run based on depth and current speed

Common Mistakes:

• Using too light weight—offering drifts above steelhead
• Fishing same water repeatedly—cover new water systematically
• Weak hooksets with barbless hooks—SET HARD
• Giving up after a few drifts—steelhead fishing requires persistence

🎣 Technique #2: Float Fishing (Centerpin or Spinning)

Overview
Float fishing (bobber fishing) has become even more critical on the Bogachiel now that bait is prohibited. By suspending jigs, beads, or soft plastics under a float, anglers can present offerings at precise depths through steelhead water while maintaining perfect drift speeds. This technique excels in the Bogachiel's moderate to fast runs, pockets, and tailouts. Centerpin reels provide the ultimate drift quality, but spinning gear works excellently.

When to Deploy This Technique

• Best For: Winter and summer steelhead, coho salmon
• Ideal Water: Medium to fast runs, pocket water, long glides, shallow tailouts
• Water Depth: 2-7 feet (float fishing struggles in very shallow or very deep water)
• Conditions: Effective in all water clarities; deadly in 2-4 feet visibility
• Weather: Works in all conditions; particularly effective during stable flows

Tackle Setup

Centerpin Setup:

• Rod: 11-13 foot centerpin rod
• Reel: Centerpin reel (Kingpin, Raven, Okuma Aventa, etc.)
• Main Line: 12-15 lb monofilament (buoyant)
• Leader: 24-30 inches of 10-12 lb fluorocarbon
• Float: 3-5 gram float (Raven, Drennan, Blackbird)
• Shot Pattern: Split shot to balance float (only tip showing)
• Hooks: Size 2-1/0 octopus or jig hooks

Spinning Setup:

• Rod: 9-10.5 foot medium-light spinning rod
• Reel: 3000-4000 spinning reel
• Setup: Same as centerpin (line, leader, float, shot, hooks)

Best Offerings for Float Fishing (No Bait)

1. Jigs: 1/16-1/4 oz jigs in pink, purple, cerise, orange—tipped with Gulp! products
2. Beads: 10-14mm pegged 1-2 inches above hook (deadly for coho and steelhead)
3. Soft Plastics: Small worms, grubs, or egg imitations
4. Spin-N-Glos: Size 12-14 in pink, orange, chartreuse
5. Flies Under Float: Egg patterns, woolly buggers, or stonefly nymphs

The Technique: Step-by-Step

1. Setting Depth

Critical for success—offering should drift 6-12 inches off bottom:

• Start with float set at 1.5x water depth (4-foot deep water = 6 feet from hook to float)
• Test drift: if float never hesitates, too shallow—lengthen
• If float constantly drags, too deep—shorten
• Adjust until you get occasional light ticks but mostly clean drift

2. The Cast and Drift

• Downstream Cast: Cast 45 degrees downstream and across
• Open Bail/Palm Reel: Let line flow freely as float drifts
• High Rod: Keep rod at 10-11 o'clock to minimize line on water
• Free-Spooling: Let float drift naturally at current speed—don't reel
• Mending: If line belly forms, flip line upstream with rod tip
• Walk the Drift: Follow float downstream, extending drifts 50-100 feet

3. Strike Detection

Visual strikes with floats:

• Float Dips or Submerges: Set immediately
• Float Hesitates or Stops: Set now
• Float Moves Sideways: Fish took and moved—SET
• Float Accelerates Downstream: Set the hook

Hookset:
Firm downstream sweep (not upstream—you'll pull hook away from fish).

Pro Tips for Float Fishing

Shot Placement:

• Concentrate split shot 8-12 inches above hook for better depth control
• Don't spread shot up leader—keep weight low

Drift Management:

• First drift through a run is most productive—make it count
• Cover water systematically: start at run's head, work down in 5-foot increments
• Multiple drifts at different depths through productive water

When Float Fishing Dominates:

• Fast pocket water where drift fishing snags constantly
• Long, even runs requiring extended drag-free drifts
• Clear water where steelhead are spooky (float can be placed far from fish)
• When fish are suspended mid-column vs. tight to bottom

🎣 Technique #3: Swinging Flies and Spoons

Overview
Swinging—casting across and downstream, allowing current to sweep your offering through the strike zone—is the traditional steelhead method and produces explosive, visual strikes. The Bogachiel's moderate flows and broad runs make it excellent swing water, particularly for summer steelhead and coho salmon. Swung flies and spoons work year-round but excel during lower flows and with aggressive fish.

When to Deploy This Technique

• Best For: Summer steelhead (prime method), coho salmon, active winter steelhead
• Ideal Flows: 400-1,200 cfs (low to moderate flows)
• Water Temp: 42-55°F ideal; below 40°F steelhead are less aggressive
• Best Locations: Tailouts, riffle water, broad glides, gravel bar runs
• Time of Day: Early morning and evening produce most aggressive strikes

Fly Fishing Setup

Single-Hand Setup:

• Rod: 9-10 foot, 6-8 weight single-hand fly rod
• Reel: Large arbor with strong drag and 150+ yards backing
• Line: Weight-forward floating OR 10-15 foot sink-tip (type 3-6)
• Leader: 0-6 feet of 10-12 lb fluorocarbon
• Flies: Intruders, egg-sucking leeches, traditional wets

Spey Rod Setup:

• Rod: 12-13 foot switch rod or spey rod (6-8 weight)
• Reel: Large arbor with 200+ yards backing
• Line: Skagit head (400-500 grain) OR Scandi line
• Tips: Polyleader or interchangeable sink tips (type 3-6)
• Flies: Same as single-hand

Spinning Setup (Spoons/Hardware):

• Rod: 9-10 foot medium spinning rod
• Reel: 3000 size spinning reel
• Main Line: 12-15 lb monofilament OR 20 lb braid with 10 lb fluoro leader
• Lures: Spoons, spinners

Best Flies and Lures

Fly Patterns:

1. Intruders: Black/purple, pink/orange, chartreuse (3-5 inches)
2. Egg-Sucking Leeches: Black with orange/pink egg head (deadly)
3. Traditional Wets: Freight Train, Purple Peril, Green Butt Skunk (size 2-4)
4. Egg Flies: Glo-bugs in pink, orange, chartreuse (during salmon spawn)

Spoons/Hardware:

1. Blue Fox Pixee: Size 3-4 in silver/blue, chartreuse, pink
2. Little Cleo: 1/3-1/2 oz in silver, copper, chartreuse
3. Mepps Aglia: Size 3-5 in silver, copper
4. Dick Nite: Size 3 in chartreuse, pink

The Technique: Step-by-Step

1. The Classic Swing Cast

• Position at run's head (upstream end)
• Cast 45-60 degrees downstream and across
• Raise rod to 10-11 o'clock
• Let current take control—do nothing

2. Mending for Perfect Swing

• As current pulls line, mend upstream to slow fly down
• Goal: Fly swings at current speed, maintaining depth
• Make multiple mends per swing

3. The Sweet Spot

• Middle portion of swing (90-degree angle) = most strikes
• As fly completes swing, it "hangs on the dangle" below you
• Hold the dangle 10-30 seconds—many strikes happen here

4. DO NOT SET THE HOOK

When swinging with flies:

• Let fish hook itself—current tension sets hook
• Resist urge to set—ripping hooks out loses fish
• Simply keep pressure—lift rod slightly and let fish load

5. Step and Repeat

• After each swing, take 2-3 steps downstream
• Repeat cast
• Cover entire run systematically

Pro Tips for Swinging

Fly Selection:

• Bright Days: Darker flies (black, purple)
• Overcast/Stained: Brighter flies (pink, chartreuse)
• Early Season: Larger flies (4-6 inches)
• Late Season: Smaller offerings (2-3 inches)

When Swinging Dominates:

• Summer steelhead season—most aggressive toward swung flies
• Low, clear water—when drift fishing produces excessive snags
• Coho salmon—silvers love swung flies and spoons
• When you want explosive strikes—nothing beats surface-crushing grabs

🧭 Where to Fish on the Bogachiel River

Rearing Ponds / Hatchery Area (Most Popular)
The epicenter of Bogachiel steelhead fishing. Concrete boat launch adjacent to Bogachiel Rearing Ponds. Excellent bank access around the hatchery. The famous "Hatchery Hole" where fish stack up is immediately below the ponds. Mouth of Calawah River enters here, creating additional holding water. Expect crowds December-January—this is combat fishing during peak times, but also produces the most caught fish on the entire Peninsula. Upper access point for the popular 4-mile float to Wilson Bridge.

Wilson Bridge Access
Concrete boat ramp with ample parking off La Push Road (SR 110). Primary take-out point for drifts from the hatchery. Some bank fishing access. Less crowded than hatchery area but still sees significant pressure. Good access to lower river sections toward the Quillayute confluence.

Bogachiel State Park
Located about 6 miles south of Forks on Highway 101. Offers tent and RV camping, river access, hiking trails, and picnic areas. Access to middle/upper river sections. Better for wild steelhead and salmon than hatchery fish. Less crowded than lower river. Great base camp for multi-day fishing trips.

Thomas Access (Kallman Road Access)
WDFW-owned bank access site a couple miles above Bogachiel State Park. Bank fishing only—no boat launch. Provides access to productive middle river water with less pressure than lower sections.

Upper River (Olympic National Park)
Accessed via Bogachiel River Trail (trailhead off Undie Road, 5 miles south of Forks). Follows river through pristine old-growth rainforest. Requires hiking (trails at 10, 14.5, 17.6, and 20.8 miles with shelters). Targets wild steelhead and resident cutthroat trout. Very low fishing pressure—true wilderness experience. Check Olympic National Park fishing regulations—some restrictions apply.

Popular Float Sections

Rearing Ponds to Wilson Bridge (4 miles):
The most popular drift on the river. Beginner-friendly with smooth flows and few hazards. Concentrate fishing around hatchery hole, Calawah confluence, Dimmel Hole, and Tall Timbers drift. Note: Hatchery take-out requires strong rowing—current pushes against bank and take-out is small. Many boaters continue to Wilson Bridge to avoid this tricky take-out.

Wilson Bridge to Quillayute River:
Lower river float. Broader, slower water. Best for salmon. Less pressure than upper float.

🧭 Summary

The Bogachiel River stands as the Olympic Peninsula's most productive and accessible steelhead fishery, offering exceptional catch rates for both novice and experienced anglers. With up to 50,000 hatchery steelhead and 19,000 wild steelhead returning annually, concentrated in a medium-sized, non-glacier-fed river, the "Bogey" provides some of Washington's best steelhead action.

The river's beginner-friendly character—smoother flows, gravel/boulder bottom, broad runs, easy wading—makes it the perfect "first steelhead river" while still producing trophy wild fish in the 20-30 pound class for veterans. Unlike technical, challenging rivers, the Bogachiel rewards effort and persistence without punishing mistakes harshly.

Important 2024-25 Changes: The river now operates under selective gear rules (no bait, no scent, single-point barbless hooks only), requiring adaptation to jigs, beads, soft plastics, and flies. While this eliminates traditional bait fishing, modern artificial presentations remain highly effective. The river also closes entirely in April 2025, condensing the winter season into December-March.

Master drift fishing with jigs and beads, float fishing with centerpin or spinning gear, and swinging flies for summer-run fish and coho salmon. Respect wild steelhead by releasing them carefully without removing them fully from water. Always check emergency regulations before trips—rules change frequently.

For those seeking consistent steelhead action in a stunning rainforest setting, with realistic expectations of actually landing fish (not just hoping), the Bogachiel River delivers. The moment a chrome-bright hatchery steelhead crushes your drifted bead or a 25-pound wild beast explodes on your swung fly—surrounded by ancient Sitka spruce and the sounds of the rainforest—you'll understand why the Bogey has earned its reputation as the Peninsula's steelhead factory.

Website: Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife Bogachiel River Info
Location: Olympic Peninsula, Washington (near Forks, WA)
Fishing Type: Year-round river; boat and shore access
Access: Boat launches free (WDFW); camping at state park; WA fishing license required
Target Species: Hatchery & Wild Winter Steelhead, Summer Steelhead, Chinook Salmon, Coho Salmon, Chum Salmon, Sea-Run Cutthroat, Dolly Varden
Regulations: WDFW Fishing Regulations | Emergency Rules
Local Resources: Olympic Sporting Goods (Forks, WA), Forks Outfitters, Road-Runner Shuttle
Flow Information: USGS Gauge #12042000 (Bogachiel River near La Push)
Town of Forks: Full services—lodging, restaurants, tackle shops, guides, shuttles