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Rivers Inlet is without a doubt one of the most famous sport
fishing destinations in British Columbia. It holds a long
history of having produced some of the largest sport fishing
and commercial caught Chinook Salmon in the world. In 1951,
the world's largest Chinook salmon to date was caught in these
famed waters weighing in at 82.5 pounds. Time proved that
this was no fluke, as several more 80 pounders were consistently
recorded since then. Commercially, a 126 pound Chinook was
pulled from these waters. Chinook salmon here are truly amazing
genetic specimens who have traveled far to reach the many
local spawning streams.
Trophy salmon lodges now replace the outdated canneries
that once exploited this one of a kind fishery. The famous
fishing hole called "the Wall" typifies the fishery, where
anglers often fish close to cliffs and steep drop offs in
pursuit of these giants.
Fishing in Rivers Inlet is generally concentrated in the
months of July and August, as these large Tyees (Chinook)
head for their spawning grounds. Consistent with the whole
of the central coast area, major runs of Northern Coho salmon
and late season runs of Chinook salmon provide excellent angling
in the latter part of August and early September. The area
also affords consistent catches of Pink, Chum and Sockeye
salmon, providing anglers with a variety of pursuits.
With its majestic surroundings, abundant wildlife, and fishing
of this caliber, it is no wonder that so many anglers have
revisited this pristine area. So beautiful is this rugged,
wilderness setting that you are often overcome with a feeling
of being suspended in time.
Through efforts by lodge owners in both Rivers Inlet and
Hakai Pass, you can expect that this fishery will remain well
managed, as the major hatchery programs continue to yield
fish over 80 pounds. Many lodges are found here, able to provide
affordable luxury fishing vacations. Typically a fly-in destination,
most lodges provide three to four day packages including return
flights from Vancouver and Port Hardy.
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