Fishing in Haida Gwaii & the North Coast
Explore fishing in the Haida Gwaii & the North Coast of British Columbia. Langara Island, Masset & Graham Island, Prince
Langara Island, off the northern tip of Haida Gwaii, is world-famous for its huge Chinook salmon averaging 25-40 pounds. The island's lodges offer all-inclusive salmon fishing packages.
1. Langara Island (Chinook Salmon)
Haida GwaiiLangara Island, off the northern tip of Haida Gwaii, is world-famous for its huge Chinook salmon averaging 25-40 pounds. The island's lodges offer all-inclusive salmon fishing packages.
2. Masset & Graham Island (Eel, Steelhead)
Haida GwaiiThe waters around Masset offer excellent Chinook, coho, and halibut fishing. The Yakoun River and other streams offer salmon and steelhead.
3. Prince Rupert Area (Halibut, Salmon)
Prince RupertPrince Rupert offers excellent saltwater fishing for salmon and halibut. The Skeena River mouth and Chatham Sound are productive.
Boat Launch: Metlakatla Dock →
4. Skeena River Mouth (Coho Salmon)
Skeena River Mouth, British ColumbiaThe Skeena River mouth offers world-class Chinook and coho salmon fishing. The river's massive flow creates nutrient-rich waters.
Boat Launch: Skeena River Mouth →
5. Kitimat Area (Halibut, Salmon)
KitimatThe Kitimat area offers excellent salmon and halibut fishing in Douglas Channel and the Kitimat River.
6. Stewart (Portland Canal)
StewartThe Stewart area offers excellent salmon and halibut fishing in the Portland Canal fjord. The Bear Glacier provides a stunning backdrop.
7. Queen Charlotte City (Arctic Char)
Haida GwaiiQueen Charlotte City offers salmon and halibut fishing in Skidegate Inlet. The surrounding waters are productive.
8. Sandspit (Moresby Island)
Haida GwaiiSandspit offers excellent fishing in the southern Haida Gwaii waters. Coho salmon and halibut are abundant.
9. Hecate Strait (Halibut, Salmon)
Between Haida Gwaii and mainlandHecate Strait offers world-class halibut and salmon fishing. These open waters are known for large fish but require careful weather planning.
10. Dixon Entrance (Halibut, Salmon)
Dixon Entrance, British ColumbiaThe Dixon Entrance offers excellent salmon and halibut fishing where the Pacific meets the Hecate Strait.
11. Yakoun River (Eel, Steelhead)
Graham IslandThe Yakoun River is the largest river on Haida Gwaii and offers excellent Chinook, coho, and steelhead fishing in a pristine rainforest setting.
12. Mamin River (Eel, Steelhead)
Graham IslandThe Mamin River offers salmon and steelhead fishing on northern Graham Island.
13. Gold Creek (Cutthroat Trout)
Haida GwaiiGold Creek offers cutthroat trout and salmon fishing in a remote Haida Gwaii setting.
Boat Launch: Lower Kearsley Creek Recreation Site Canoe/Kayak Put-in →
14. Juskatla Lake (Cutthroat Trout, Rainbow Trout)
Graham IslandJuskatla Lake offers rainbow trout and cutthroat trout fishing in central Graham Island.
15. Skidegate Lake (Arctic Char, Rainbow Trout)
Moresby IslandSkidegate Lake offers rainbow trout fishing.
16. Mayer Lake (Cutthroat Trout, Rainbow Trout)
Graham IslandMayer Lake offers cutthroat trout and rainbow trout fishing in northern Haida Gwaii.
17. Kumdis Slough (Cutthroat Trout)
Graham IslandKumdis Slough offers cutthroat trout and salmon fishing in the Masset area.
18. Port Clements (Salmon, Trout)
Haida GwaiiThe Port Clements area offers fishing in the Tlell River and other streams for salmon and trout.
- Trout (lakes) · Limit: 4 (max 1 over 50 cm) · No general minimum size in lakes
19. Tlell River (Cutthroat Trout, Eel, Steelhead)
Haida GwaiiThe Tlell River offers excellent salmon, steelhead, and cutthroat trout fishing in eastern Graham Island.
20. Cumshewa Inlet (Halibut, Salmon)
Moresby IslandCumshewa Inlet offers saltwater fishing for salmon and halibut in southern Haida Gwaii.
21. Skedans Bay (Salmon)
Moresby IslandSkedans Bay offers salmon fishing in the remote southern Haida Gwaii.
22. Kano Inlet (Halibut, Salmon)
Moresby IslandKano Inlet offers halibut and salmon fishing in the Gwaii Haanas National Park region.
23. Rose Harbour (Salmon, Halibut, Cutthroat Trout, Eel, Steelhead)
Haida GwaiiRose Harbour offers saltwater fishing for salmon and halibut in southern Haida Gwaii.
24. Rennell Sound (Salmon, Halibut, Cutthroat Trout, Eel, Steelhead)
Haida GwaiiRennell Sound offers saltwater fishing for salmon and halibut on the west coast of Graham Island.
25. Englefield Bay (Salmon, Halibut, Cutthroat Trout, Eel, Steelhead)
Haida GwaiiEnglefield Bay offers remote saltwater fishing for salmon in northern Haida Gwaii.
26. Kitkiata Lake (Cutthroat Trout, Rainbow Trout, Arctic Char)
Kitkiata Lake, British ColumbiaPopular fishing lake in the Haida Gwaii & the North Coast region of British Columbia.
27. Yakoun Lake (Cutthroat Trout, Rainbow Trout, Arctic Char)
Yakoun Lake, British ColumbiaPopular fishing lake in the Haida Gwaii & the North Coast region of British Columbia.
28. Aaltanhash River (Eel, Steelhead, Cutthroat Trout, Coho Salmon)
Aaltanhash River, British ColumbiaPopular river fishing in the Haida Gwaii & the North Coast region of British Columbia.
Boat Launch: Aaltanhash River →
29. Ain River (Eel, Steelhead, Cutthroat Trout, Coho Salmon)
Ain River, British ColumbiaPopular river fishing in the Haida Gwaii & the North Coast region of British Columbia.
30. Ayton Creek (Eel, Steelhead, Cutthroat Trout, Coho Salmon)
Ayton Creek, British ColumbiaPopular river fishing in the Haida Gwaii & the North Coast region of British Columbia.
31. Brim River (Eel, Steelhead, Cutthroat Trout, Coho Salmon)
Brim River, British ColumbiaPopular river fishing in the Haida Gwaii & the North Coast region of British Columbia.
32. Canoona River (Eel, Steelhead, Cutthroat Trout, Coho Salmon)
Canoona River, British ColumbiaPopular river fishing in the Haida Gwaii & the North Coast region of British Columbia.
33. Carter River (Eel, Steelhead, Cutthroat Trout, Coho Salmon)
Carter River, British ColumbiaPopular river fishing in the Haida Gwaii & the North Coast region of British Columbia.
34. Ecstall River (Eel, Steelhead, Cutthroat Trout, Coho Salmon)
Ecstall River, British ColumbiaPopular river fishing in the Haida Gwaii & the North Coast region of British Columbia.
35. Eulachon River (Eel, Steelhead, Cutthroat Trout, Coho Salmon)
Eulachon River, British ColumbiaPopular river fishing in the Haida Gwaii & the North Coast region of British Columbia.
Boat Launch: Kwinitsa Creek Boat Launch →
36. Gamsby River (Eel, Steelhead, Cutthroat Trout, Coho Salmon)
Gamsby River, British ColumbiaPopular river fishing in the Haida Gwaii & the North Coast region of British Columbia.
37. Gitnadoix River (Eel, Steelhead, Cutthroat Trout, Coho Salmon)
Gitnadoix River, British ColumbiaPopular river fishing in the Haida Gwaii & the North Coast region of British Columbia.
Boat Launch: Kasiks River Boat Launch →
38. 101 Mile Lake (Cutthroat Trout, Rainbow Trout, Arctic Char)
101 Mile Lake, British ColumbiaNamed lake in the Haida Gwaii & the North Coast region of British Columbia.
39. 103 Mile Lake (Cutthroat Trout, Rainbow Trout, Arctic Char)
103 Mile Lake, British ColumbiaNamed lake in the Haida Gwaii & the North Coast region of British Columbia.
40. 105 Mile Lake (Cutthroat Trout, Rainbow Trout, Arctic Char)
105 Mile Lake, British ColumbiaNamed lake in the Haida Gwaii & the North Coast region of British Columbia.
Fishing Tips for the Haida Gwaii & the North Coast
- Get a licence — All anglers need a valid fishing licence for your province — buy online before heading out.
- Check the weather & water conditions — always check forecasts and wind before heading out, especially on big water.
- Know the regulations — size and catch limits vary by water body in British Columbia; check the local regulations first.
- Best times — early morning and late evening are prime. Many Haida Gwaii & the North Coast waters fish best in spring and fall.
- Use the right gear — match your rod, line, and tackle to the species you're chasing and the water you're fishing.
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