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Dundas Island and Chatham Sound:
This pristine area, comprised of the waters north of
Prince Rupert to the Alaska Panhandle, is that part
of the British Columbia Saltwater sport fishery most
recently opened to the sports angler. Traditionally
the domain of the commercial fleet only, it now features
lodges and charter operators.
The area boasts some of the most magnificent coastal
mountain scenery to be found, and provides access to
the spectacular Khutzeymateen Inlet-- one of the last
preserves of the mighty Grizzly Bear on B.C.'s Coast.
Here the Pacific Ocean meets the land in long, narrow
inlets where the mountains drop almost vertically into
the water.
Early runs of Chinook Salmon headed for the northern
rivers provide wild action as they feed in the bait-laden
waters, while the salmon bound for southern rivers arrive
along their migratory route from mid-season onward.
All species of salmon are available here, as well
as Halibut, Ling Cod and Snapper (Yellow Eye Rockfish).
Another great feature of this fishing area is the long
daylight hours of summer, based on its northern geographical
position, which can last up to 16 hours.
The charter operators from the Prince Rupert area
fish these waters, as do visitors to local lodges. Lodge
access is generally by float plane from Prince Rupert.
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