Campbell River Fishing Charters

Flexible Options for the Perfect Fishing Trip

At 50 North Adventures, we offer flexible Campbell River fishing charters to match your schedule and the tides.

Our minimum trip is a 4-hour fishing charter, with the option to extend to 5 or 6 hours if available (please call to enquire).

Looking for a full 8-hour fishing charter? No problem — we have that covered. You also have the unique option to split your full day into two blocks of 4 hours for the day.

By doing this, you get to fish the morning and evening tides, and you also get time for a break — grab lunch, relax, or even have a quick nap before you get back out on the water.

For larger groups or multi-day options, please call us to discuss your best-fit charter plan.

We even offer Fishing and Whale watching combined tours for the ultimate west coast wildlife experience!

Comfortable & Protected Vancouver Island Fishing Waters

Our inland waters are protected from the Pacific Ocean swells of the west coast, making for a comfortable and safe ocean fishing experience — ideal for anyone looking for fishing charters on Vancouver Island with a smoother ride.

Salmon Fishing in Campbell River, BC

The waters off Campbell River host five species of wild Pacific salmon as they pass through on their migration back to the local rivers where they were spawned years before. This is why salmon fishing on Vancouver Island is one of the top experiences for visitors to the area.

Types of Salmon

• Chinook Salmon (AKA Spring or King) can be caught all year round, but are most plentiful from June through late August as they move down Discovery Passage and the Salish Sea to feed on Pacific herring and krill.
• Pink Salmon arrive in July, followed by Sockeye Salmon in August — and it’s game on until mid-September.
• As the summer run wraps up, northern Coho and Chum Salmon take over and are commonly fished well into October.
• From there, it’s back to winter “feeder” Chinook until the following spring.

Bottom Fishing

Bottom fishing is always a fun add-on to your day, with chances to catch Lingcod — a beautiful table fish and a perfect reward after any day on the water.

If you’re staying somewhere and don’t have the facilities to cook, no problem. There are a few restaurants in town that will cook your fresh catch for you (fees apply and availability may vary).

BC Fishing License Requirements

Everyone fishing on a fishing charter requires a valid BC Tidal/Saltwater Fishing License, plus a Salmon Conservation Stamp if you want to keep your catch.

• Your BC tidal fishing license MUST be purchased online before you arrive.
• Please make sure your license is dated for the day of your fishing charter.
• Please remember to bring your license with you on the day of your trip.
• Your license can be downloaded and stored on your phone or email, but you must have it accessible while fishing in BC.

Fish Processing & Shipping

Fish processing and shipping of your catch can be arranged locally here in Campbell River if you require it. Just let us know and we’ll help point you in the right direction.