Washington has plenty of beautiful shorelines, but collecting oysters straight from Hood Canal gives this one an experience you can taste long after the tide returns. The History Behind Triton Cove TidelandsLong before it became a beloved state park, this unassuming strip of Hood Canal shoreline had a surprisingly lively past. Once you have your paperwork sorted, you are legally cleared to harvest up to 18 oysters per person per day at Triton Cove Tidelands. How To Harvest Oysters The Right WayHarvesting oysters sounds intimidating until you actually try it, and then it feels surprisingly satisfying. Hood Canal oysters in particular are known for their bold, briny character with a satisfying crunch and a faint bitter finish that serious oyster lovers tend to celebrate.