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Steelhead & salmon fishing lodge on the Skeena
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Fish for steelhead and salmon from a lodge on the famous Skeena River near Terrace, British Columbia. Terrace BC is located amongst a vast variety of coastal rivers and is blessed with some of the best wild salmon and steelhead fishing in the world. Close to the coast and protected by maritime air, fishing remains excellent most of the year. Some of the worlds largest salmon and steelhead are found in the Skeena River and it’s tributaries. After a day of fishing enjoy the spectacular view, delicious food and warm hospitality from the lodge. Your hosts provide friendly, home-style service in their scenic riverfront lodge. Relax after fishing in comfortable surroundings; relive the day’s fish stories over a game of pool, enjoy a cocktail on the deck while watching the river or enjoy quiet time in your private room; it’s up to you. Steelhead fishing is prime in the spring, from April to May and in the fall from September to October. The summer offers a unique opportunity for a chance to catch all 5 species of Pacific salmon, Kings, Sockeye, Coho, Pink and Chum, as well as opportunities for steelhead and trout.
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There are a variety of rivers to choose from in the area, including the Skeena, Copper, Kalum and Kitimat Rivers. The mighty Skeena River is world famous for producing some of the largest wild salmon and steelhead on earth. The Skeena holds the current steelhead world record for fly-caught fish. 20-pound steelhead are not uncommon, 30-pound steelhead are caught most years, and record 40- pound class fish are landed from time to time. The monster King salmon of the Skeena have held three former world records. In 2001 a record 99 pound King was caught and released on the Skeena River. The Skeena also has large runs of Coho, Pinks (humpies) and Sockeye salmon. Each year over two million Salmon migrate up the Skeena. The Copper River is world famous for aggressive wild steelhead that take skated flies on the surface. The Kalum River also produces monster wild King salmon. Some of the largest Kings in the Skeena River return to the Kalum. The Kalum also produces large runs of wild steelhead and Coho. 20-pound steelheads are not uncommon and some 30+ pounders have been landed there. The Kalum also has healthy populations of wild Dolly Varden, Cutthroat and Bull trout. The Kitimat River produces beautiful salmon and steelhead as well as ocean-run Cutthroats and Dolly Vardens. It also has one of the largest returns of Chum salmon in the area. King salmon start returning early in the Kitimat making it a great river to fish in June. The Kasiks River has excellent wild Coho, Dolly Vardens and Cutthroats. The Kasiks is a spectacular remote river that is accessed by jet boat. The trip up the Kasiks River is something that will not soon be forgotten. Spectacular waterfalls, canyons and mountain peaks surround the river and the ride is definitely a thrill.
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| Season: mid March to mid November |
| Requirements: Fishing license. |
| Suggested Items: Flies and fly rods, camera, daypack, sunglasses, sunscreen, water bottle, alcoholic beverages. |
| Suggested Clothing: Jacket, long pants, layered clothing suitable for the season, rain gear, hat, gloves, waders, rubber boots. |
| Difficulty: Easy |
| Maximum Number of People: 12 |
| Equipment Provided: Custom welded boats, rafts, rods, reels and equipment, complete processing of your fish. Fly tying room and fish smoking services available. |
| Transportation: Trips originate and end in Terrace, BC. Package includes airport transfers to the lodge. Terrace is accessible by air or road from Vancouver. |
| Accommodations: This river front lodge has six private bedrooms with private baths. It has a deck with stunning viewing and recreation room with pool table, fireplace and bar. |
| Meal Information: Home-style gourmet quality meals are included. Emphasis on fresh seafood. |
| Guide Information: Packages include experienced guiding service. |
| Weather Information: Summer temperatures will range from 15 to 25 degrees celsius. Spring and fall temperatures are warm during the day but can be cool at nights. Rainy or foggy weather is always a possibility. |
| Trip Duration |
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4 days
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$2750.00* per person
5 nights. Based on 2 anglers. |
5 days
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$3250.00* per person
6 nights. Based on 2 anglers. |
6 days
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$3800.00* per person
7 nights. Based on 2 anglers. |
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*Please add 5% Goods and Services Tax
If you have any questions or would like more information about a particular adventure, please email us.
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