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"We have been coming out to Tofino for 6 years in a row now, each year we book Jay for at least 1 or 2 days of fishing.

We thoroughly enjoy going out with the guides, they are personable and always willing to go that extra mile to find the fish, plus they are always willing to add some variation into the fishing, be it Chinooks, Coho or Halibut.

Something we from Alberta, always appreciate. The accommodations are top knotch, comfortable, self contained and close to the harbor.

Each year I try to bring out 2 or 3 different people who I know will enjoy the experience."

--Al Roberts
--Cochrane, Alberta

Salmon and Halibut Fishing on Vancouver Island

Vancouver Island Salmon & Halibut Fishing Excursion

Guided Fishing Charters for Salmon, Halibut and Bottom fish near Tofino...

Saltwater
Inshore / Fly-fishing
in Tofino

Fly fishing for Coho Salmon and Trout on Canada’s B.C. coast...

Steelhead Fishing Charters on Vancouver Island

Steelhead & Trout Fishing on
Vancouver Island

Steelhead and Trout Fly fishing and gear fishing on Vancouver Island...

Afternoon Marine Excursion in
Clayoquot Sound

Clayoquot Sound family or small group interpretive charter...

Vancouver Island's Fly and Tackle Supply Shop

Tofino's Full Service
Fly & Tackle
Shop & Outfitter

Tofino B.C.’s Fly and Tackle Shop selling Sage, Patagonia and G.Loomis...

Tofino B.C. Canada Fishing Report September 2006

Following a great August fishery on Vancouver Island’s west coast, the Tofino/Clayoquot Sound area continues to produce great action and prime opportunities for Chinook and Coho Salmon, as well as various Bottom fish and Halibut. Freshwater enthusiasts can also expect great options for the month of September.
With a strong forecasted return of Chinook and Coho Salmon destined to the Stamp/Somass River, and other systems along the south island, the phenomenal salmon fishing experienced in August, will no doubt spill over in to the month of September. The commonly reliable weather patterns of September in Tofino often help create the setting for some of the premier salmon fishing opportunities on the British Columbia coast. By the second and third week of September, the large transient Chinook Salmon start to thin in numbers along Tofino’s rugged coastline, but the offshore waters often continue to provide a mix of mature and juvenile Chinook through early October. Opportunities for large Coho Salmon in the offshore waters is outstanding, and the near shore waters of Tofino/Clayoquot Sound provide a light tackle fishery during September and October that is favored by many.
Consider trolling mini flashers and small spoons like the Gibbs Gypsy, Super Diamond or Needlefish, as well as needlefish hoochies and mini Tomic plugs.
This time of the year is often the height of Saltwater Fly fishermen’s season, with large, aggressive Salmon hitting most flies with a vengeance. Cast flies like the Chartreuse Clayoquot Clouser or trolled Pink/Orange Buck tails will entice the true feeding characteristics of these great sport fish. Try Kutcous Pt., Chetarpe, or B.S. Pass with flooding tide the best.
The area’s fresh water opportunities are now in prime time, with local lakes and streams offering great action on Rainbow and Cutthroat Trout, and some great catch and release action on various Salmon species as well as Summer Steelhead.
For some absolutely phenomenal late season fishing, consider Tofino’s various options for a weekend getaway.
Call us toll free at 1-888-534-7422 or see our continuous updates at www.tofinofishing.com for info about great fishing yet this year, as well as best bets for 2007.