Drift, troll or fly-cast into the lakes, rivers and streams of Victoria and Vancouver Island. As you dip your line in the water, be prepared for an explosive strike and a hard fight from a Steelhead trout or any number of freshwater fish that stock Island waters.

Knowledgeable guides and comfortable fishing resorts abound on Vancouver Island. Freshwater fishing charters and resorts offer access to many of the Island’s prime fishing spots (some of them in remote areas) and all of the equipment and local fishing tips you need. Accommodations vary from rustic to luxurious, depending on your preference, but service and scenery are always unparalleled.

Victoria and Vancouver Island offer breathtaking surroundings for the angler’s outing and you may find yourself to be the only fisherman on the water. Enjoy the serenity of old growth forests, mountain views, fresh air and clean water.

Vancouver Island's waters are closely monitored and catch limits are adjusted to keep the fish populations healthy. Some lakes and rivers are catch-and-release fishing only, but there are also plenty that allow you to keep what you land. Many fish caught in Vancouver Island's waters are often too big to fit in a frying pan!

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