Razor clams Regulations in Oregon (2026)

Recreational razor clams rules in Oregon saltwater, as published by the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife. Last checked November 6, 2026.

Bag limit

First 15 dug -- no sorting or releasing

Season

Entire year and at all hours (exceptions are listed under “Harvest…

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Recreational Razor clams rules in Oregon

Where: All waters
Bag limit: First 15 dug -- no sorting or releasing
Season: Entire year and at all hours (exceptions are listed under “Harvest methods and restrictions” in the table below) and except when any state agency has issued a public health advisory. HEALTH ADVISORIES: Crabbing and clamming occasionally can be closed due to elevated levels of biotoxins or other health issues.

Razor clams may be harvest by hand, shovel, clam gun or tube with an opening no less than 4" (cylindrical) or 4" X 3" (elliptical).
All other clams must be taken by hand or hand-powered tools.
Shellfish regulations article dated 2024-01-05.
Always check ODA biotoxin closures before harvesting (https://www.oregon.gov/oda/food-safety/shellfish/pages/shellfish-closures.aspx).
Razor clams are closed July 15 to Sept. 30 north of Tillamook Head (Clatsop County).
Razor clams are closed July 15 to Sept. 30 north of Tillamook Head (Clatsop County).
All razor, gaper, piddock and softshell clams must be retained regardless of size or condition.
Other species may be returned to the immediate digging area if they are unbroken
Unlawful to remove clams from the shell before leaving the clamming area.
Each digger must have their own container, dig their own clams and may not possess more than one limit of clams while in the clam digging area, except under an Oregon Disabilities Hunting and Fishing Permit.
See Advisories and Consumption Guidelines.

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Commercial rules

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Where: WA border to Tillamook Head (ocean)
Size limit: The minimum legal size of razor clams taken for commercial purposes is 3-3/4 inches. All undersized razor clams must be immediately returned to the hole from which they were dug with the hinge oriented towards the ocean.
Season: Razor clams may be taken year-round, except from July 15 through September 30 in the area north of Tillamook Head in Clatsop County.

It is unlawful to take razor clams by any means other than by hand or shovel.
Individual permit required in addition to commercial fishing license for harvesting clams, mussels, bait shrimp, red rock crab, and miscellaneous intertidal animals.
ODFW 2026 Oregon Commercial Fishing Regulations Synopsis: condensed form of the OAR 'for the convenience of the commercial harvester and is not intended to replace the laws or administrative rules'; rules are subject to change during the year.

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Where: South of Tillamook Head (ocean)
Size limit: The minimum legal size of razor clams taken for commercial purposes is 3-3/4 inches. All undersized razor clams must be immediately returned to the hole from which they were dug with the hinge oriented towards the ocean.
Season: Razor clams may be taken year-round, except from July 15 through September 30 in the area north of Tillamook Head in Clatsop County.

It is unlawful to take razor clams by any means other than by hand or shovel.
Individual permit required in addition to commercial fishing license for harvesting clams, mussels, bait shrimp, red rock crab, and miscellaneous intertidal animals.
ODFW 2026 Oregon Commercial Fishing Regulations Synopsis: condensed form of the OAR 'for the convenience of the commercial harvester and is not intended to replace the laws or administrative rules'; rules are subject to change during the year.

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Quick answers

How many razor clams can I keep in Oregon?

First 15 dug -- no sorting or releasing.

When is razor clams season in Oregon?

Entire year and at all hours (exceptions are listed under “Harvest methods and restrictions” in the table below) and except when any state agency has issued a public health advisory. HEALTH ADVISORIES: Crabbing and clamming occasionally can be closed due to elevated levels of biotoxins or other health issues.. Whether it is open on a specific day can change by emergency rule — check today's status in the app.

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Source: Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife. Most anglers need a Oregon saltwater license or registry: get one here.