Grays Harbor County, WA · Pacific Ocean
Ocean Shores
Ocean Shores offers public shoreline access on the Pacific coast in Grays Harbor County. Common targets include rockfish, lingcod, and barred surfperch.
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Top picks today
Rockfish & Lingcod — tied at the top (83/100)
2 species tied for best of 3 tracked at Ocean Shores.
Atmosphere
Water
Sun & Moon
Today's Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:50 AM | High | 8.0 ft |
| 10:40 AM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 5:42 PM | High | 7.0 ft |
| 10:52 PM | Low | 3.8 ft |
Species at Ocean Shores
3 species tracked, ranked by today's conditions. The top 2 (tied) are open below — tap any species to expand it, or a chip to focus.
#1 Rockfish Great day to fish for Rockfish. In season 83/100
What's helping
- 55°F water — right in rockfish's ideal range
- 12 mph wind — light chop — baitfish active, fish willing to feed
About. Sebastes spp. — The Pacific “RCG complex” — dozens of Sebastes species worked over rocky reefs, kelp, and structure from jetties to offshore banks. The backbone of West Coast bottom fishing; dropped baits and shrimp flies take them.
Prefers. Water 45–58°F (ideal 52°F) · either tide · depth 20–300 ft.
- Daily creel
- 7
7 rockfish within a 9-fish bottomfish aggregate. Copper, quillback, and vermilion rockfish are closed May–July. Coastal season mid-Mar–mid-Oct.
Source: Washington regulations · verified 2026-05-29.
#1 Lingcod Great day to fish for Lingcod. In season 83/100
What's helping
- 55°F water — right in lingcod's ideal range
- 12 mph wind — light chop — baitfish active, fish willing to feed
About. Ophiodon elongatus — A toothy, aggressive ambush predator of Pacific rocky reefs and kelp — hammers jigs and live bait fished near the bottom. Often caught while rockfishing; big “lings” are a prize from jetties and nearshore reefs.
Prefers. Water 45–58°F (ideal 52°F) · either tide · depth 20–300 ft.
- Daily creel
- 2
No minimum size, 2/day. Coastal season mid-Mar–mid-Oct.
Source: Washington regulations · verified 2026-05-29.
#3 Barred Surfperch Great day to fish for Barred Surfperch. In season 81/100
What's helping
- 55°F water — inside barred surfperch's active range
- incoming tide — barred surfperch prefers incoming tide
- 12 mph wind — light chop — baitfish active, fish willing to feed
About. Amphistichus argenteus — The staple of the California surf — caught right in the wash on sand crabs, bloodworms, and small grubs. A year-round, shore-accessible fishery that needs no boat; best on a building tide into structure and troughs.
Prefers. Water 50–68°F (ideal 60°F) · incoming tide · depth 1–12 ft.
- Daily creel
- 12
Surfperch: 12/day, no minimum size. Open year-round from the beach.
Source: Washington regulations · verified 2026-05-29.
Location Info
Water Body
Pacific Ocean
Region
Access
Shoreline access
Jurisdiction
Washington
Coordinates
Local reports & rules for Ocean Shores: Washington WDFW fishing report → · trout stocking schedule → · fish-consumption advisory →
Nearby Access Points
Frequently Asked
Do I need a fishing license to fish at Ocean Shores?
Yes (anglers age 16 and older). To fish at Ocean Shores you need the appropriate state fishing license. See the agency's current rules: the state agency website
What fish are commonly targeted at Ocean Shores?
Ocean Shores is listed on this site for 3 commonly-targeted species: Rockfish, Lingcod, Barred Surfperch. Which species is currently in season and which is scoring highest today is shown in the per-species ranking on this page.
When is the best time to fish at Ocean Shores?
It depends more on the species and the day's conditions than on a fixed "best hour." Water temperature, weather, and — at tidal locations — the stage of the tide drive activity most. The per-species ranking on this page scores every target species at Ocean Shores against today's live conditions, so the fish near the top are your best bets right now; check back as conditions change through the day.
What kind of access does Ocean Shores have?
Ocean Shores has shoreline / wading access. There is no pier or boat ramp at this location.
Which state's fishing regulations apply at Ocean Shores?
state agency regulations apply at Ocean Shores. Size limits, creel limits, and seasonal closures are listed per species on each species page. Always confirm against the agency source linked from each regulation block — emergency closures can take effect mid-season.
Is Ocean Shores tidal water?
Yes. Ocean Shores sits on tidal water with a NOAA tide station nearby. Today's high/low timing is in the tide chart on this page.