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Where can I fish in Port Renfrew?

Where can I fish in Port Renfrew?

Port Renfrew Fishing Spots

  • East Point and Can Buoy. These fishing holes at the edge of Port San Juan are just minutes from the dock.
  • “The Beach”
  • Swiftsure Bank.
  • San Juan River and More.
  • Trolling.
  • Fly Fishing for Coho.
  • Bottom Fishing.
  • Freshwater Fishing.

Is salmon fishing open in Port Renfrew?

Summer Chinook salmon fishing July-Sept, coho fishing Sept-Oct. Port Renfrew Satellite Map and Marine Chart.

Can you fish in the Sooke Basin?

Fishing is great year-round in this area but winter salmon fishing can be particularly productive. Bottom fishign for halibut and ling cod is popular as well as trapping dungeness crab. Crab traps can be purchased or rented at the Sooke Harbour.

What fishing area is Pedder Bay?

Located on Juan De Fuca Strait – one of the key migration routes for all five species of Pacific Salmon – Pedder Bay offers great salmon fishing action 12 months a year, halibut fishing, bottom fish and crabbing.

Can you fish at Mystic Beach?

Mystic Beach Location Wildlife viewing is an adventure you can find in Mystic Beach. You may observe dolphins, sea lions, seals, and a variety of whales with a little luck and sharp eyes. Also, Jordan River, which is only 6.4 km (3.9 miles) away, offers surfing, kayaking, storm watching, fishing, camping, and swimming.

What area is Sooke for fishing?

Located on the southern tip of Vancouver Island, Sooke offers world class salmon angling that can rival any place on the West Coast. Sooke offers almost a twelve-month fishing opportunity, with the slowest months being October and November. Even then, chum and early blackmouth offer opportunity.

Where can I fish for Sooke River?

Fishing spots near Sooke River

  • © Mapbox, © OpenStreetMap. Sooke Basin.
  • Veitch Creek. British Columbia, Canada.
  • Lannon Creek. British Columbia, Canada.
  • De Mamiel Creek. British Columbia, Canada.
  • Poirier Creek. British Columbia, Canada.
  • Matheson Lake. British Columbia, Canada.
  • Sooke Harbour. British Columbia, Canada.
  • Wildwood Creek.

Where can I fish in Sooke?

Sooke fishing locations:

  • Possession Point: the closest spot to Sooke Harbour, a 5 minute run from the end of Whiffin Spit lighthouse.
  • Secretary Island: also called Donaldson Island, 200 metres into Juan de Fuca Strait from Possession Point.
  • Trap Shack: 10 minute run towards Victoria, off East Sooke Park.

Do you have to hike to Mystic Beach?

Mystic Beach is only a short 4.3 km past Jordan River. It’s about a 2km (45 min) hike from the parking lot to the beach through beautiful ancient forest and well-maintained trail. You’ll pass a cool suspension bridge about half way.

Can you have fires on Mystic Beach?

As always, don’t have a fire if there are fire bans. If you bring food or scented products with you, store it away from your campsite at night because they attract animals. There’s a communal food storage container on Mystic Beach that’s free to use.

Are there fish in Sooke River?

Can you fish in Sooke River? Sooke River is a stream near Port Angeles. The most popular species caught here are Chum salmon and Smallmouth bass. 23 catches are logged on Fishbrain.

What kind of fish are in Durrance Lake?

About Durrance Lake The most popular species caught here are Smallmouth bass, Rainbow trout, and Coastal cutthroat trout. 185 catches are logged on Fishbrain.

What to see and do in Port Renfrew?

The best salt water fishing can be found around the Port Renfrew area in the Juan de Fuca Strait. Salmon are plentiful all year round, and also available is excellent bottom fishing of large halibut, ling cod and rock fish. While you’re on the water, keep your eyes wide open for eagles, seals, dolphins, Orcas and waterfowl.

Are there limits to fishing at Port Renfrew?

Read the Port Renfrew Marina Report for current information, or come by and ask in the store. Marina store sells fishing supplies, ice, and gasoline, diesel, and marine fuel. Canadian catch limits: Port Renfrew (Area 20). Swiftsure Bank (Area 121). River access only navigable mid-high tide (3 foot plus).

What kind of salmon are in Port Renfrew?

Port Renfrew’s salmon fishing is legendary! Anglers come from all around the world to chase Vancouver Island’s mighty Chinook, the largest species of Pacific salmon. Once hooked, Chinook put up a powerful fight, with long reel-screaming runs.

How to get to Port Renfrew from Vancouver?

Ferries and seaplanes from Vancouver, BC or Seattle and Port Angeles, WA will bring you to Victoria, just a 2 hour drive from Port Renfrew. You can catch public transportation or drive yourself along Highway 1 until you reach the Sooke exit.