Fishing Tips Vancouver Island

 The best tip we can give you if you have not fished the oceans surrounding Vancouver Island is to hire a professional Vancouver Island fishing guide.

They know the treacherous tidal waters and the different times the fish are frequenting the water channels.

There are no Vancouver Island Cabelas stores, but there are numerous outfitters with suppliess of fishing rods and lures available.

Types of Fish on Vancouver Island.

Salmon – All five species (coho, sockeye, pink, chum and some of the largest chinook salmon on the BC coast) swim here.
 
Steelhead – A highly prized, hard-fighting game fish; found in dozens of rivers and lakes in the region

Rainbow and Cutthroat Trout – Found in most lakes and rivers in the region.
 
Halibut – This popular game fish is easily caught and can reach a huge size
 
Rockcod, Lingcod – Caught nearly everywhere in coastal waters off the Island

Shellfish – Crabs, prawns, shrimp, oysters and clams share space with the fish, and are truly delectable.