The clams are ready for harvest in about four years. Digging Clams Clams may be dug during any low tide, but a tide of minus two feet or lower is recommended for best results. Consult a tide book for times of minus tides. To locate razor clams look for small round dimples or holes on the surface of the sand. Once a dimple has been located use a clam shovel to dig a small hole about six inches from the dimple and search through the sand until you find the clam.
State law requires that all clams dug be kept regardless of size and condition.
Anyone 16 years or older must have a valid Alaska sport fishing license to dig clams. Contact the Department of Fish and Game for the daily limit of clams per person. Click here to access their web site. Please observe all traffic rules. Use of ATVs in the campground and on the road to the beach is limited to direct travel from your campsite to the beach and back again.