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Victoria Harbour: Capital Fishing

　　

Overview

Check into your hotel. Then check out some amazing fishing. Victoria Harbour is located right in the middle of British Columbia’s capital city, just a short walk from many downtown hotels. Hop onto a charter boat and fish for salmon at great spots at the entrance of the Harbour, like Ogden Point or the area near Oak Bay.

AT A GLANCE

REGION:Vancouver Island
SUB REGION: Greater Vancouver South Vancouver Island
SPECIES:Salmon
SEASONS:Summer, Fall, Winter
CONDITIONS:Influenced by the open ocean. Weather varies by season and is typical for the Pacific Northwest.
ACCESSIBILITY:Victoria is easily accessible by drive-on ferry (including bus). The most direct ferry route from Vancouver is Tsawwassen – Swartz Bay, taking approximately 3 hours including driving. Also flights from Vancouver.
LENGTH:Half Day, Full Day
GUIDED:Self-Guided, Certified Tidal Angling Guide
COST: $$
TOURISM: Tourism Victoria  
SERVICES:Services and amenities typical of a small, North American city.
EXPERIENCES:The Capital city of British Columbia, Victoria is a major tourism destination for visitors from all around the world. Walking tours and sightseeing are very popular, and the city has a wide range of dining, shopping and entertainment options. Harbour tours – by boat and by air – are popular, along with whale watching cruises. The city is also a popular base for exploring the rest of Vancouver Island.

STRONG WIND WARNING IN EFFECT
STRONG WIND WARNING IN EFFECT

　　

MORE TRIPS IN THIS REGION

Oak Bay: Salmon and Halibut
Southern Vancouver Island: Crabbing the South Island
Victoria Harbour: Salmon Fishing

FEATURED MEMBERS IN THIS REGION

West Isle Fishing Experience
Walters Cove Resort
Trailhead Resort & Charters
Tofino Fish Guides
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