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Salmon fishing in British Columbia

Types of Salmon in British Columbia

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Latest Salmon fishing reports in British Columbia

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Kokanee salmon

Holdich Creek

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Chinook salmon

Entrance Anchorage

21 in · 6 lb

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Coho salmon

Little River Bay

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Coho salmon

Capilano River

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Coho salmon

Salmon River

21 in · 4 lb

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Coho salmon

Capilano River

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Kokanee salmon

Kalamalka Lake

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Chinook salmon

Oyster River

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Kokanee salmon

Alleyne Lake

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Kokanee salmon

Alleyne Lake

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FAQ

🎣 What Salmon species can you catch in British Columbia?
Anglers in British Columbia commonly catch several Salmon species, including Chinook salmon, Coho salmon, Pink salmon, Kokanee salmon, and Sockeye salmon, according to reports from Fishbrain members.

These species can be found in many lakes, rivers and streams throughout the area. If you are targeting a specific species, you can use the to filter catches by species and see where anglers are catching them and which baits they are using.
📍 Where are the best places to catch Salmon in British Columbia?
Salmon are caught in lakes, rivers and streams throughout British Columbia. Popular fishing waters reported by Fishbrain members include Deer Lake, Elk Lake, and Thetis Lake.

The allows anglers to see exact catch locations shared by other members, helping you discover productive fishing spots where Salmon have recently been caught.