Minnesota Charters

4.9/5 (73 reviews)

1781 Peninsula Road, Ucluelet, BC V0R 3A0, Canada–

Minnesota Charters

4.9/5 (73)

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Angler's Choice

1781 Peninsula Road

Ucluelet, BC, Canada

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Do you want to create memories for life? Come out to Ucluelet and join Capt Brandon "Minnesota" Wiita on the mighty Pacific ocean. Offering one of the most affordable ocean fishing charters on all of Vancouver Island. Charged by the hour, so you can make your own plans on your own time and Brandon will do everything in his power to accommodate those wants and needs.

Since moving to Ucluelet, Captain Brandon has spent every allowed minute out on the ocean targeting Salmon (Chinook and Coho) inshore. No matter the time of year, he has found them when others can't or when others have to go long distances. Minnesota Charters has their secret spots to fill those tubs. If the weather allows, though, we can and will cruise offshore, if wanting, to target Halibut and Lingcod.

The captain uses a fun technique for Halibut that is similar to how he targeted Catfish in the Mississippi River, and it sure does work well. If doing a full day, we can target Prawns, too. It is one of the only charters in Ucluelet that offers Prawning. Coming in from fishing (at the harbor), there are Crab traps set to check as well in hopes of finding those big male Dungeness Crabs.

Fully licensed and insured by Transport Canada and the Canadian Coast Guard, as safety is always on the captain's mind. Ucluelet and its surrounding waters can be unpredictable at times, but the captain always has an eye on the weather and water to ensure everyone's safety, including safety electronics, full radar, GPS, VHF radio and an EPIRB

The captain understands that these days, everything can be expensive, but fishing shouldn't be one of them, so he offers a discounted rate to accommodate a variety of people. He is able to do this because the boat is smaller than most of the charter fleet and, therefore, more economical to run.

All you have to do is book now!

New Grady White 24 explorer, for the 2025 season!

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4.9/5

out of 5 stars from 73 reviews

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Boat

4.8/5

Crew

5.0/5

Experience

4.9/5

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Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

89%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

100%

Caught fish

96%

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Kalin Grigg

5.0

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Don't look any further

5 Hour Trip on August 5, 2025 • 2 adults

My son and I booked with Minnesota Charters for a day trip off the coast of Ucluelet. The trip exceeded our expectations. The trip was one of the most affordable on the booking site but we couldn't have had a better experience no matter what we paid. We both limited out on Chinook and Rockfish, saw some gorgeous coastal waterways, wildlfe and landscapes and enjoyed every minute of time on the water with Captain Brandon. We have been on many charter fishing trips in varying locations but had the best experience we have ever had fishing with Brandon. Highly highly recommend booking with Minnesota Charters.

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August 6, 2025

Thank you so much for coming out and fishing with me and making me part of your birthday celebration. You two were great to spend some time with and hopefully see you again someday.

Stephen Bahnesli

5.0

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An Unforgettable Ucluelet Adventure!

3 Hour Trip – Kids on July 9, 2025 • 2 adults • 2 children

Our family recently took a fishing charter with Captain Brandon of Minnesota Charters, and it was an absolutely incredible experience from start to finish. We're a family of four with two young sons, and Brandon made sure it was an unforgettable day for all of us. He took us to some amazing spots, and we were thrilled to catch some beautiful and unique fish. What truly set this trip apart was Captain Brandon’s incredible knowledge of fishing, the local waters, and marine life. He was patient and great with our boys, teaching them the right techniques while also sharing fascinating facts about the ocean. We also deeply appreciated his commitment to conservation and respect for nature. It was clear he takes great pride in protecting the environment and ensuring responsible fishing practices. It felt good knowing we were in the hands of someone who genuinely cares about the ocean. If you're looking for an amazing, educational, and fun fishing charter in Ucluelet, we can't recommend Captain Brandon and Minnesota Charters enough. It was the highlight of our vacation and a memory our family, especially our sons, will cherish forever.

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August 1, 2025

Thank you so much for such a great review, it was a blast watching your kiddos fight fish. Hope to see you guys again someday. Hopefully they're hooked!

Ivan Haag

5.0

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More than just a fishing trip!

8 Hour Trip – Offshore Halibut on June 24, 2025 • 2 adults

We had an amazing experience with Brandon. It was truly a day to remember. From the moment we set out, it was clear we were in expert hands. Not only was he knowledgeable about the best spots and local conditions, but he also made the whole experience fun, relaxed, and memorable. The gear provided was top-notch, and his patience with both beginners and seasoned anglers was impressive. We appreciated the mix of practical tips and great conversation—not to mention we caught some fantastic fish and limited out! If you're looking for someone who knows the waters, brings great energy, and genuinely cares about making your trip special, look no further. I’ll definitely be booking another trip with Minnesota charters.

Response from Captain

June 26, 2025

I asked you to leave me a good review, not one of the best ones I've read, so far. Thank you very much for the kind words and coming out to support my small business. You two were great! Looking forward to taking you out again sometime and hopefully your doctor is happy that you got some fish haha Be well

Jak Carey

5.0

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Great day out

Fall/Winter/Early Spring Fishing on September 16, 2025 • 2 adults

My girlfriend and I booked a charter with Capt. Brandon for mid Sept. The winter rains had started a couple of days prior so conditions were against us for our target species (Chinook & Coho Salmon). However, Capt. Brandon was extremely knowledgeable and able to get us a late season coho, all while accommodating our poor sea legs in some more sheltered spots. We also got amongst plenty of rock fish and lingcod which kept us busy. The captain himself is a top guy and great to spend time with so we can’t recommend this charter enough!

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Response from Captain

September 19, 2025

Thanks for the kind review and for coming out fishing with me. You two were great! Glad we could find some fish as well. Come back anytime! Cheers!

Bob Hughes

5.0

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Great Experience, Excellent Fishing

5 Hour Trip on July 30, 2025 • 1 adult

I am an experienced ocean fisherman and I really appreciated that Brandon tailored the trip to match my skill level. We got out to an area that had few boats and had a hot chinook bite, got our cohos, and got a bonus halibut. Brandon was fun to chat with and is obviously a very knowledgeable fisherman. Very enjoyable time!!

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Response from Captain

August 6, 2025

Awesome to be able to take you out and show you what our coast has to offer, Bob. Glad we could troll up a halibut for you guys too! Come back anytime and thank you so much for supporting my small business. Cheers

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