Is the hood canal fresh water?

The Hood Canal is a fjord located in Puget Sound in Washington state, United States. It is connected to the Pacific Ocean by the Hood Canal Bridge, and to the Puget Sound by the Deception Pass Bridge. The Hood Canal is about 60 miles (97 km) long and 2 miles (3 km) wide at its narrowest point.

The water in the Hood Canal is saltwater, not freshwater. The salinity of the water in the Hood Canal is about 25 parts per thousand, which is about the same as the salinity of the water in the Pacific Ocean. The water in the Hood Canal is colder than the water in the Pacific Ocean, because the Hood Canal is located in a temperate rainforest climate.

The Hood Canal is a popular destination for fishing, boating, and kayaking. The canal is also home to a variety of marine life, including seals, sea lions, and whales.