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Douglas Channel and Caamano Sound:
This area, opened to the recreational angler only in
the last 5 or 6 years, provides excellent salmon action
from May until the end of mid-September.
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At the very head of Douglas Channel is Kitimat, where
hatchery fish have been returning in strong numbers
and ample size for several years. The Kitimat hatchery
has been producing Chinook and Coho Salmon, with the
former returning in weights over 30 pounds.
Northbound early season runs of salmon and southbound
mid-season runs combine to produce a consistent season
of fishing action. Add to that some of the largest halibut
to be found on the British Columbia coastline and the
area soon justifies its growing reputation.
These well-protected waters amid islands and coastal
mountain landscapes provide frequent sightings of orcas,
porpoises, bald eagles, sea otters and occasional encounters
with the rare Kitimat bear.
Lodges are few here, but Kitimat has several charter
operators standing by to provide day or overnight trips
throughout this spectacular area.
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