Seasonality
Chinook Salmon fishing in Barkley Sound varies slightly throughout the year. High season is May to October. Low season is January to April and November to December. There is no closed season.
Barkley Sound Chinook Salmon Fishing Charters
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Top Chinook Salmon 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.
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Price for up to 5 people
US $1,606
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 $690
Ucluelet
Full Day Trip (Spring Rates)
Step aboard Scott's custom built 30' Northwest Aluminum for a day fishing the water surrounding The Pacific Rim.
Fish the rockline for Chinook, Lingcod, and Rockfish, or head out offshore to drop the gear for Halibut on the banks. This charter boat is built to fish larger groups of anglers. It features seating for up to 8 adults inside a heated cab along with exterior seating on a big beamy back deck for those who like to be right in the action.
5% GST, gratuity, and fishing license not included.
Price for up to 2 people
US $1,088
Ucluelet
Early season special
+2
This is an early season special.
We will be fishing the coastline for salmon and taking in the beauty of the rugged shoreline.
Part way through the day we will drop the gear down and be fishing for lings, rockfish and halibut.
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Price for up to 1 person
US $803
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 $383
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 $1,380
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What anglers said about Chinook Salmon Fishing in Barkley Sound
Alessandra R.
Reviewed Prawns and Salmon
A day for the books
5/5
Went out fishing as a group of 4 , captain dean was amazing ! He was very knowledgeable and answered any questions we had. We caught a nice chinook salmon and some spot prawns. It was such a great day and experience that we’ll remember forever . We will for sure be doing this again with captain Dean!
Thom N.
Reviewed Half Day Trip (PM)
Amazing afternoon trip!
5/5
Had a great time on board with captain Laurier. Even with an injured hand and while defying his girlfriend’s orders to take some rest, he decided not to cancel our trip and take us out on the water. Caught some nice chinook salmon, the largest being 91 cm. Even as an inexperienced fisher his instructions were clear and we had a great time on the boat. Would definitely recommend going on the water with him!
Klemenz K.
Reviewed Afternoon Charter (4 hours)
Catch of the day
5/5
We had a wonderful experience with our captain Carmen on the boat. Caught a big Chinook Salmon. Carmen was very knowledgeable about the best places to fish and took great care of us. If you think you get sea sick, take something beforehand. We had a great day. Thank you Carmen.
Matthew J.
Reviewed Full Day Trip
Best Charter Around
5/5
This was our first fishing charter and it did not disappoint! Laurier was extremely knowledgeable, friendly, and helped us pull in 2 large halibut and 3 chinook salmon!! It was a special day and we can’t wait to go again!
Jason G.
Reviewed Half Day Fishingbooker Special
Great day with Captain Owen!
5/5
Owen was awesome. We caught our limit of chinook salmon. Also got a couple lingcod and a rockfish. Even pulled some crab traps and got some dungeness and rock crab. Such a great day! Thanks Scott and Owen!
