Fresh Mount Waddington Fishing Reports

Opening Day Highlights: Chinook & Coho The wait is over! Today marks the official opening day for Chinook salmon in Campbell River, and the bite was nothing short of spectacular. Anglers aboard the Boston Whaler Conquest with Fishing Storie Charters enjoyed a full day of action, with Chinook weighing up to 35 lbs landed throughout the day. With the new unrestricted size limit for Chinook and the daily limit increased to 2 per angler, this season is shaping up to be one of the best in years. Coho salmon are now open as well, providing exciting opportunities for both novice and experienced anglers. These wild Coho were caught trolling herring and spoons in the river mouth and adjacent channels, giving guests a thrilling mix of both Chinook and Coho on the same trip.

2025 Seasons coming to a close Fishing is starting to slow down with most Salmon heading back to their home rivers to finish their life’s journey and lay to start of their future. Bottom fish are still going strong. Already can not wait for next years season to start. Its been an awesome season. I can not thank the people I’ve met this season enough. Wish you all tight lines in your future endeavours and hope we can do this again.

? Chinook Action All Day in Campbell River! What a stretch of fishing we’ve had here in Campbell River! The Chinook bite has been steady all day long, with rods going off nonstop. Guests have been reeling in strong, hard-fighting salmon and heading home with big smiles (and full coolers). Conditions have been perfect, and the action shows no signs of slowing down. If you’ve been waiting to book, now’s the time—Campbell River is on fire for Chinook! — Jason, Fishing Storie Charters

? “Some come here for fish… others come here to face the ocean itself.” ? This is the Salmon Capital of the World — and September is when the giants return. ? The Tyee. More than a fish, it’s a crown. Only Chinook over 30 lbs earn the name. When a Tyee hits, the ocean doesn’t ask — it takes. The reel screams like a war horn, the rod bows, and suddenly you’re in a fight that can break your body and set your soul on fire. I’ve seen grown men’s hands bleed from the reel, arms shaking, faces pale — and every one of them said they’d do it again tomorrow. Because to fight a Tyee is to wrestle the spirit of the Pacific. Win, and you’ll never forget it. Lose, and you’ll dream about it for the rest of your life. ⚡ And they don’t come alone. Northern Coho up to 20 lbs — silver lightning ripping through the tide lines, cartwheeling in spray and fury. Pure chaos on the deck. Every September, people step off The Barb different. Some laugh wild. Some fall silent. Some stare long at the horizon, knowing they just battled something bigger than themselves. ⚓ The window is open. The giants are home. And when September ends… so does the chance to meet them. ? This is your call. Don’t miss it. ? Book your fight today: **hidden content** Rod bends. Soul mends. Legends are forged here. #CampbellRiver #TyeeTime #EpicSeptember #SalmonCapital #FishingReport #TDCoastalAdventures

We had another fine day hooking up to Chinook, Coho, Lingcod and a big surprise, Halibut!

Rough sea didn’t prevent the salmon bite. This young family cought 3 trophy Chinook salmon for the smoker!