June Chinook Salmon

July Chinook salmon

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July Chinook salmon

August Chinook salmon

Salmon Fishing with BC Fishing Guide Peter Geneau

Salmon West Fishing Charters include -
the boat, a professional fishing guide, top-flight tfishing tackle, wet weather gear, and cleaning and packaging of your catch.

Peter will meet you at the dock of the lodge your choose (see Accommodations) in Salmon West’s new 22 foot covered fishing boat, designed specifically for West Coaststyle fishing. The boat comfortably seats 2 anglers and is fully equipped with GPS, VHF radios, electric down-riggers, top quality fishing gear and all required safety equipment. Wet weather gear is available and lunch is provided on full day charters. In short, we supply everything you need for a great fishing trip including cleaning and packaging of your catch for transport home.

We are also pleased to provide assistance with accommodations & travel arrangements (see Getting Here). Fly in from Seattle, Vancouver or Campbell River or take the water taxi from Campbell River on north central Vancouver Island.

Contact us for more information: we are very familiar with all the lodges in the area and can make recommendations based on the size of your party and the level of luxury you desire.

Choose Your Salmon Fishing Season
The toughest part of planning a BC salmon fishing trip with Salmon West Fishing Charters is deciding what time of year to visit! From early spring through late fall the British Columbia salmon fishery is rich and diverse, offering a wide choice of fishing opportunities for adventurous saltwater anglers.

Experienced fishing guides like Peter Geneau know where the big salmon can be found in every season. Book your BC fishing charter with a professional guide who has 18 years of salmon fishing experience on the west coast of British Columbia!

Spring & Early Summer Chinook Salmon Fishing
The early runs of Chinook salmon into Bute Inlet can be fabulous from mid-April through to mid-June. You'll find that King salmon (Chinooks) ranging from 15 - 35 pounds are being boated on a regular basis. Now that is what a salmon fishing trip to Canada is all about!

BC Fishing In July and August ...
This is when the largest runs of Chinook salmon pass through the area. Some salmon are returning to local rivers and some are heading on to other spawning destinations. These salmon range from 10 to 45 pounds and will offer the determined angler a tremendous fight. The largest salmon caught in our area off the west coast of Canada in 2004 was a whopping 52 pounds!

August and September Salmon Fishing...
BC fishing charters for runs of large northern Coho - spectacular fighting fish that we catch and release. Chinook salmon are still coming through BC waters at this time of year and have grown to considerable size.

Fishing trips out into Johnstone Strait can yield a tasty Sockeye catch - some say the red fleshed Sockeye is the very best eating salmon of all. Take some home to share with your family and friends!

Fishing Charters in September & October
If you prefer Chum Salmon, plan your west coast British Columbia fishing trip for the fall. Chum Salmon is gaining a reputation as one of the best salmon for hot smoking. Chums are plentiful in the late Summer through Fall. They are another tremendous fighting fish and are gaining in popularity as guests take return fishing trips later in the season.

- Morning's catch in June -

Having a tough time deciding when to take the BC fishing trip you've always dreamed of? Contact fishing guide Peter Geneau for further information! We offer full service fishing charters including accommodations at the Dent Island Lodge.