RIVER FISHING

Squamish River Fly Fishing for Chum Salmon

The most underrated of the Pacific salmon are a spectacular species to chase on the fly

Chum salmon are wildly powerful, love to eat flies, and display their own unique beauty with vertical bars across their body in a vibrant purple colour. Squamish River fly fishing for Chum salmon is an excellent way to gain practice with a single or two-handed rod, and making a swung-fly presentation. The Squamish River empties into the Pacific waters of Howe Sound near the town of Squamish.  Opportunity to pursue these powerful creatures as they exit tidal water is some of the most exciting freshwater fishing found anywhere in British Columbia. Flies that are often fished for Steelhead with a large profile and ample movement will entice Chum salmon as they migrate upstream. Late-October through November sees abundant returns of these fish, with opportunity for dime-bright Coho salmon and sea-run Bull trout.