Rockfish in Victoria

[Sir Rainbow of Trout]

Does anyone know the best rockfish fishing in the Victoria/Saanich area, and the best lure/bait in February and March?

 

[Devmah]

Raazi
Sannich is area 19 is currently closed...read the regulations for complete details.


https://www.pac.dfo-mpo.gc.ca/fm-gp/rec/tidal-maree/a-s19-eng.html

FYI
When fishing for rockfish in open areas you will now be required to have a descending device.

 

[MadJigga]

I think it opens May 1st

 

[Devmah]

I think it opens May 1st

From the regs

Note - For planning purposes only - for in-season requirements, please see current regulations/restrictions for specific areas, gear and individual species limits, and closures/exceptions. INSIDE WATERS - Generally open May 1 to September 30, for Areas 13 to 19 and Subareas 12-1 to 12-13, 12-15 to 12-48, 20-5 to 20-7 and 29-5. Closed year round - Area 28 and Subareas 29-1 to 29-4 and 29-6 to 29-17. OUTSIDE WATERS - Generally Open April 1 to November 15, for Areas 1 to 10, 101 to 110, 130, 142, 11, 21 to 27, 111, 123 to 127, Subareas 12-14 and 20-1 to 20-4, and Area 121 (portion).

 

[Aces]

CLASSIC!!

 

[the butcher]

Does anyone know the best rockfish fishing in the Victoria/Saanich area, and the best lure/bait in February and March?

Best fishing for Rockfish this time of year is this large rockpile....just outside of the harbor.... You can't miss it... tons of fish...

If you have difficulties finding it... Just look for the large red and white sign that says "Department of Fisheries and Oceans Canada". Interestingly enough DFO has a floating barge they use as an office just adjacent to this rockpile. There should be a few DFO officers in the their office. Ask them where the rock pile is. They can even give you a few good tips on which lures to use at this time of year. Make sure you bring your nicest rod and load up your boat with expensive gear. DFO likes to take pictures and catalogue people's boat and gear when they are fishing for rockfish, especially if they bring a few home with them.

 

[sir-vivor]

I make these and use these on bottom fish and they catch it all , PM me if your interested on picking up a few

 

[browningmirage]

I make these and use these on bottom fish and they catch it all , PM me if your interested on picking up a few View attachment 50272 View attachment 50273 View attachment 50274

How heavy are these?