Washington Coast Gets Another Green Light for Razor Clamming, April 26 - May 3

Published 04/24/25 at 6:25 p.m.
By Oregon Coast Beach Connection Staff

(Long Beach, Washington) – Washington's coastline will again be buzzing with razor clam activities this week. Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) has announced eight days of razor clam digs scheduled to begin Saturday, April 26.

Bryce Blumenthal, WDFW’s recreational razor clam manager, said that the recent tide series felt like spring, with sunny weather and calm surf.

“We’re starting to see a lot of soft sand accumulating on beaches, increasing the likelihood of getting your vehicle stuck,” Blumenthal said. “Be careful when driving on and off the beach approaches and stay below the high tide line where the sand is harder packed.”

Digs happen at Long Beach, Copalis, Twin Harbors and Mocrocks.

It’s important to note that not all beaches along Washington’s coast will be open for every dig. Diggers are advised to confirm their chosen destination is open before heading out. For the best results, digging is typically most successful one to two hours before the posted low tide time.

Confirmed dates during morning (midnight to noon only) low tides:

April 26, Saturday, 5:53 a.m.; -0.6 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
April 27, Sunday, 6:40 a.m.; -1.5 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks
April 28, Monday, 7:25 a.m.; -2.0 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks
April 29, Tuesday, 8:12 a.m.; -2.2 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
April 30, Wednesday, 9:00 a.m.; -2.0 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
May 1, Thursday, 9:52 a.m.; -1.6 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
May 2, Friday, 10:47 a.m.; -0.9 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks (digging extended until 2 p.m.)
May 3, Saturday, 11:48 a.m.; -0.2 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks (digging extended until 2 p.m.)

Tentative dates during morning (midnight to noon only) low tides:

Courtesy Seaside Aquarium

May 10, Saturday, 5:58 a.m.; 0.1 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
May 11, Sunday, 6:32 a.m.; -0.4 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks
May 12, Monday, 7:05 a.m.; -0.7 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks
May 13, Tuesday, 7:38 a.m.; -0.9 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
May 14, Wednesday, 8:13 a.m.; -0.9 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis
May 15, Thursday, 8:49 a.m.; -0.8 feet; Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks

The confirmed digging period, running from April 26 to May 3, has been fully approved, and marine toxin tests have been conducted by the Washington State Department of Health (DOH), giving the green light. These tests have verified that the razor clams are safe for consumption.

Marine toxin testing, required by DOH, ensures that levels of domoic acid - a naturally occurring toxin produced by certain marine algae - fall below the safety threshold before opening beaches to diggers. Domoic acid can pose serious health risks if ingested in high quantities. Final test results are typically available about a week prior to each digging series. For details on domoic acid and current toxin levels at ocean beaches, visit WDFW’s domoic acid webpage.

At all open beaches, the daily limit for razor clams is 15 per person. Each digger must store their clams in a separate container and is required to keep the first 15 clams they dig, regardless of size or condition, to minimize waste.

Courtesy Seaside Aquarium

As spring sets in, Washingtonians are reminded that a valid 2025-2026 recreational hunting and fishing license is required. Licenses can be purchased online through WDFW’s licensing website or from licensed vendors across the state. All diggers aged 15 or older must possess a fishing license to harvest razor clams at any beach.

“As in past years, WDFW is asking beachgoers to avoid disturbing nesting snowy plovers – a small bird with gray wings and a white breast – by staying out of the dunes and posted areas along the southwest coast,” WDFW said. “Snowy plover nests are nearly invisible, and it is vital to give birds the space to live and thrive during the nesting period, especially along the southern end of Twin Harbors – known as Midway Beach – and north of Second Avenue in Ocean City to the north end of Copalis Beach and the north end of Long Beach.”

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Andre' GW Hagestedt is editor, owner and primary photographer / videographer of Oregon Coast Beach Connection, an online publication that sees over 1 million pageviews per month. He is also author of several books about the coast.

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