Fishing in the Powell River area can best be described as the best of both worlds. You will be amazed as I first was at the vast network of lakes being in such close proximity to the ocean. Truly an anglers paradise.

Whether its pacific salmon, bottomfish, coastal cutthroat or sea run trout you're after, Powell River's outdoors truly has it all.

Let's start with Saltwater fishing. First of all, fishing conditions are usually quite good: Texada and Harwood Islands not only sit as protection from nasty weather, they also offer some of the best fishing grounds in the Georgia Strait.
In Powell River you can fish twelve months of the year, but of course there are prime times. For spring salmon try and be here in late May through to September, as resident fish are joined by many migrating fish making their way through the strait. Chinook salmon (King) are present throughout this time frame, as Coho usually show up mid-June to July.

Most anglers in our waters that target salmon are trolling with the help of downriggers. This method is highly effective, helping you get to the correct depth which is usually between 80'-150'. Of course a sounder goes hand in hand with a downrigger. If you're like me and like to mix it up, there are some ideal spots for jigging for salmon or bottom fish.

GEAR
The beauty of having worked in the fishing tackle industry for so many years is that I have seen hundreds of lures used in as many situations by some great anglers, and there are definitely some I would not be without in any fishing ground.

TOP PRODUCERS:
Anchovy, Herring Strip, Army Truck Hoochie, Coyote Spoon, Tomic Plugs, Apex, Gatorspoon. Of course the situation and or conditions will sometimes dictate which lure you will use. Time and time again I have seen fish brought in and the angler has usually done a number of things to claim his prize (i.e. change depth, location, or lures until you find the right mix.)

POWELL RIVER AREA HOT SPOTS:
The best thing about fishing the Powell River area is that to get to prime fishing areas, #1 you don't need a large boat, and #2 you don't have to go far. The waters directly in front of Powell River (Grief Point to the mill) are very popular with the local anglers and for good reason. Here are just a few hot spots all within a ten to fifteen minute boat ride:
1) Most popular: Coho Point (Kidde Point) and Blubber Bay, situated on the north end of Texada Island.
2) Most productive: This would have to be the waters around Harwood Island.
3) Most exciting: Grant Reef, a place where you can almost smell fish. Make a point of visiting this reef.
4) Late runs: Albion Point, a great spot in August thru September.
5) Lund area: Although the Lund area has not been quite as productive as the Powell River area, it's definitely a place to consider as some of the largest fish come out of this area.

We have touched on just a few areas locally, but it is really endless when it comes to fishing grounds in this area. For more info and a guaranteed good time, phone, fax, or email - we will be glad to help!

Sam Sansalone

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