Seasonality
Crab fishing in Barkley Sound varies slightly throughout the year. High season is January to March and October to December. Low season is April to September. There is no closed season.
Barkley Sound Crab Fishing Charters
The best out of 23 charter fishing deals in Barkley Sound - enter dates to check availability
Top Crab Fishing in Barkley Sound
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Tofino
Extended Full Day Trip
+2
The 10-hour trip will see you spending a full day on the water, and is the best way to truly experience the Claoyoquot Sound! If you're an avid angler, you can spend the entire time targeting many species – usually, you'll split your time targeting Salmon (Coho and Chinook) during the slack tides, before switching to Halibut, Lingcod, and Rockfish for the remainder. Get a taste of what this fishery is all about! Rods, reels, lures, and tackle are included. Just bring a valid fishing license.
Price for up to 5 people
US $1,597
Tofino
6 Hour Trip
+4
A little more time on the water gives you a greater range and broader scope of fishing locations. Go after one species or multiple different fish if retention limits are not the objective. These waters are home to Lingcod, two types of Salmon, Rockfish, Halibut, and many more delicious creatures, so there'll be no shortage of rewards after you fill the boat with these creatures. You may also explore Hot Springs Cove which is perfect for families or couples who wish to beat the crowds.
Price for up to 2 people
US $686
Ucluelet
Fall/Winter/Early Spring Fishing
+3
Prime time fishing has come and gone. If you expect buckets of fish, this is not the trip for you. Rain drives everything in the PNW and during these times of year, fishing is very weather dependent and there aren't a lot of fish around to be caught, to do their annual migration. This is a great way to experience the Barkley sound and surrounding areas, get out on the water and get your line wet to see what's biting. Anything and everything can be caught but weather and regulations dictate everything
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Price for up to 2 people
US $381
Tofino
10 Hour Trip
+2
This full 10-hour day of fishing is the best way to capitalize on your time in Tofino. Fish multiple species to help fill your freezer for winter. You and the captain can drop Crab or prawn traps on your way out to the open ocean. Then, depending on tides, you can work on catching some scrappy exhilarating Chinook Salmon or wrestle some large Halibut or Lingcod from the depths. Whatever you like, the captain can personalize your adventure.
Price for up to 4 people
US $1,372
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What anglers said about Crab Fishing in Barkley Sound
Erin E.
Reviewed Full Day Trip
Excellent day on the water
5/5
Morgan had us out on the water and on the bite in no time. Truely a professional at the top of his game. Everything in its place and a place for everything let us land almost everything we got on the hook. We came back with a full cooler of salmon and halibut and some crabs to round out the catch.
Jeff B.
Reviewed 1hr crab adventure
Cool Experience
5/5
We jammed a lot into an hour trip. We trolled for salmon in the harbour mouth and caught one before moving on to check our crab traps. We caught crabs too! If you’re looking for a cool experience without spending a lot, Captain Jeff will hook you up. Would definitely recommend.
Tyler G.
Reviewed 8 Hour Trip
Great trip Halis, Lings and Crab
5/5
Trip was great the guide Marcus was awesome got us on the Halis before the girlfriend had to head in. I went back out and got some Cod and Crab after had a blast plenty to bring home. Definitely recommended.
Deanna C.
Reviewed 4 Hour Adventure
10/10 experience
5/5
We had a fabulous time on our first family fishing adventure. Captain Brody was fun and informative and excited to get us some fish! We had the best time. And brought in 3 salmon and some crabs! 10/10
Marie P.
Reviewed Afternoon half day trip
Best afternoon of fishing!
5/5
We booked an afternoon trip with Captain David and it was great! He brought us out to jig for Lingcod and Rockfish and we tried trolling too. Even though we only had 4 hours, he even brought us out to try and catch a couple salmon and check his crab traps! His stoke was infectious and he was ON trying to catch us fish. Super fun, would 100% recommend him to others wanting to experience Ukee on the ocean! We left with a bunch of fish and cooked one during sunset at long beach :)
