Sockeye are still showing up in good numbers for those targeting them. Use pink hoochies and red flashers. Remember to keep the leaders short. 18 -24” is all you need to entice one of these fine eating fish. Try fishing off of Beechy Head or Church Rock not too far from the rocks. If you are fishing in 200 - 300’ of water with you gear down 35 to 60 feet you are in the “zone”. Once you hook a fish, circle back to try and stay on top of the school.
Halibut tides were good over the weekend but not a lot of folks were trying for them. Floyd Hickman and his fishing partner did get two nice fish in the 35 to 45 pound range. Keep an eye on the Word on the Dock for an update as to what the next set of halibut tides will be.
Overall, our summer Chinook fishing has been good this year, and we are still seeing some nice fish hit the docks. Our run of “Lower Fraser Whites” has just begun, and should offer some great opportunities for these hard fighting fish over the next few weeks. Local experts know that the biggest fish of the year are often taken in late August and early September. Andy here from the marina landed a 27lb Chinook fishing in the deep hole in Pedder Bay. The rain that is falling today should kick this run in to gear, and also start the Coho season.
Don’t forget that September-October are great months for camping and fishing. Milder weather, less crowds, and quality fish can definitely be a recipe for a good time. Get away from the house for the weekend, stay in your RV and launch or rent a boat, and get out there for some late summer angling adventures.
Looking forward to seeing you soon,
Tight lines,
~The Crew at Pedder Bay RV Resort & Marina
