Peak Season: Jul, Aug, Sep
Campbell River
The Salmon Capital of the World. Campbell River sits at the crossroads of Discovery Passage, where powerful tidal currents funnel massive Chinook salmon
Active Charters
2 Verified
Target Species
5 Primary
Avg. Trip Price
$850 CAD
Top Rated
5.0/5
Field Notes: The Bite
Discovery Passage is one of those rare places where the fishing is genuinely world-class. The tidal currents here create a natural funnel that concentrates baitfish — and the Chinook follow. July through September, you'll find 30-pound Tyee-class fish cruising the kelp edges at Cape Mudge. The local guides know every back-eddy and reef. Book early — the best captains fill up by March.
Target Species
Chinook Salmon
SeasonJul-Sep
Avg. Weight15-60 lbs
TechniqueDownrigger trolling
DifficultyAdvanced
Coho Salmon
SeasonAug-Oct
Avg. Weight8-20 lbs
TechniqueFly fishing, trolling
DifficultyIntermediate
Pacific Halibut
SeasonMay-Sep
Avg. Weight20-200 lbs
TechniqueBottom fishing
DifficultyIntermediate
Lingcod
SeasonYear-round
Avg. Weight10-40 lbs
TechniqueJigging
DifficultyIntermediate
Rockfish
SeasonYear-round
Avg. Weight2-15 lbs
TechniqueBottom fishing
DifficultyBeginner
The Run Timing
Species
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Lingcod
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● Peak Season◐ Good Fishing○ Slow / Closed
Top Rated Charters
Book directly with Campbell River's elite captains.
Live Conditions
Water Temp
54°F · Ideal
Tide (Next High)
2:45 PM +11.2ft
Wind
10kts NW
Moon Phase
Waxing Gibbous
Offshore Forecast (3-Day)
GO — Favorable
Fishing Map
Charter Dock Hot Spot