FALL SALMON FISHING IN BC
SALMON FISHING ON RIVERS NEAR VANCOUVER
Starting in September Pacific salmon begin to move into coastal river systems to eventually spawn. These runs of salmon offer anglers some fantastic fishing opportunities. Our guided salmon fishing day trips and packages will put you into the heart of the Squamish River and some of the best freshwater river fishing found anywhere in BC. Prime fishing dates are October and November for chum and coho salmon. There is also some very good pink salmon fishing earlier in the season. Pink salmon fishing is available on odd years with August being the prime month. Joining us for a Fall salmon fishing trip is easy. Our packages include transportation from Vancouver, accommodations and guided fishing. More information on our BC Fall fishing opportunities can be found below.
GET PRIME DATES
October & November for prime fishing.
GREAT GUIDES
Fish with BC's top guides.
GUIDED DAY TRIPS
For a quick fly fishing getaway.
AFFORDABLE PACKAGES
With no big travel plans needed!
SOLO ANGLERS WELCOME
Priced nicely for solo travellers.
TOP RATED
5 Star Rating on Trip Advisor
DAY TRIP RATES
SINGLE DAY TRIPS
Guided day trips for Fall salmon fishing on the Squamish River. Transportation from Vancouver included or you can meet us in Squamish. Prices based on a two people but solo anglers are welcome, ask for pricing.
Two Person Half-Day
$275 ppTwo Person Full-Day
$345 ppTwo Person Drift Trip
$440 pp
PACKAGE RATES
ONE PERSON
Built with solo anglers in mind, our salmon packages in Squamish BC are some of the most affordable you’ll find. Enjoy guided fishing with hotel accommodation. Transportation from Vancouver included. Prices in CAD.
2 Day / 1 Night Package
$11953 Day / 2 Night Package
$19354 Day / 3 Night Package
$2595
PACKAGE RATES
TWO PERSON
The perfect BC fishing package for two! Great pricing combining guided fishing and hotel. Easily upgraded to drift days. Transportation from Vancouver included. Prices are per person in CAD.
2 Day / 1 Night Package
$825 pp3 Day / 2 Night Package
$1285 pp4 Day / 3 Night Package
$1825 pp
“Just finished fishing for chum and silver salmon with Paul and Yos on the Squamish River for the past four days. Both are excellent guides who I’d 100% recommend fishing with if you are visiting British Columbia.”
Chris P – Orlando, Florida
“Yos and his team of guides treated us like gold. We had two epic days on the river, and caught a ton of fish. The Chromer team runs a first class outfit with super experienced and knowledgeable guides, and excellent communication every step of the way; from booking, leading up to the event, and during. I can honestly say it was the most positive fishing experience in my life, and our entire group of newbies are hooked for life on spey casting!”
ANDREW H – VANCOUVER, BC
Salmon season is one of my favourite parts of our guide year. I’ve been lucky enough to have spent the past 20 years guiding the rivers of the Sea to Sky region When October hits I know it’s go time! Our team of professional fly fishing guide team is made up of Vancouver and Squamish’s most experienced guides. I’m so proud of the team we have the the wild salmon experiences we can offer people so close to the city. If you’re looking for a quality fly angling experience I’m confident we’ll deliver that and more. Our home waters on the Squamish River offer world-class salmon runs and I know you’ll love exploring the area with us. We look forward to welcoming you.
Yos Gladstone
Owner | Operator | Licensed Guide
FAQ’S ABOUT OUR FALL SALMON TRIPS
ANSWERS TO YOUR FISHING QUESTIONS
Because we want you to have the best time river fishing with us, here are some quick answers to our most common Fall fishing questions!
WHEN IS THE BEST TIME TO GO RIVER FISHING?
We enjoy a relatively long season of Fall salmon fishing on BC rivers, with solid fishing from late September to late November. For the absolute most prime window for fishing you'll want to be here from mid October to mid November.
CAN WE KEEP SALMON?
Our guiding operation does not offer keeping of salmon. We are a conservation minded company and offer strictly catch and release fishing.
CAN I BRING MY OWN FLY FISHING GEAR?
Of course you can. If you don't have fly fishing gear we offer full gear rental (waders/boots/rods/reel) for $39 CAD.
WHERE ARE THE ACCOMMODATIONS?
We put our clients up in two hotels in Squamish. The Howe Sound Inn and the Executive Suites. Both have onsite dining and are great places to stay.
WHERE DO THESE TRIPS TAKE PLACE?
Our Fall fishing program is on the Squamish River. This system is made up of the main stem Squamish and four major tributaries. It is an amazing fishery, only 45 minutes north of Vancouver, yet offering a true wilderness experience.
IS THIS FLY FISHING ONLY?
The majority of what we do is fly fishing. That said we welcome all anglers and can accommodate conventional gear fisherman as well.
DO YOU OFFER TRANSPORTATION?
Yes. We'll pick you up in Vancouver. You can also opt to meet us in Squamish to maximize your fishing time, that's what most people do.
HOW FAR IN ADVANCE SHOULD WE BOOK?
October and November are two very busy months for us. It's not a bad idea to plan your trip in advance, so we can accommodate your preferred dates.
SQUAMISH RIVER DAY TRIPS
GUIDED FLY FISHING FOR SALMON
Our guided fly fishing day trips to the Squamish River are offered year-round but if you’re interested in targeting chum and coho salmon you’ll want to aim for an October or November timeframe. Squamish is located about an hour north of Vancouver and is home to wild rivers that have healthy salmon returns in the Fall months. Our guided trips include transportation from Vancouver, or you can opt to meet us in Squamish to maximize your day of fishing. If you have a vehicle that is what most people opt for and we send a detailed driving map.
The fishing we do is mainly focused on the sections of river closest to the ocean, targeting clean chrome fish as they come off the saltwater. This is the best area for fresh chum and coho salmon. The area is home to hundreds of eagles in the Fall months and it’s not uncommon to see elk and black bears. We offer a variety of guided experiences, from half-day trips, to full-day trips to our popular river drifts. Our professional Squamish fishing guides will make sure you have a fun and safe day on the water.
Chum salmon range from 8-20 pounds. They’re a great fighting fish and the Squamish River is home to a healthy return of chum salmon each Fall. Coho salmon, also known as silver salmon, are in the 5-12 pound range. These are aerobatic fish that crush flies. Have a look at the full feature done on our company with Fishing BC & The Fly Fishing Journal, it will give you a good idea of what to expect!
SQUAMISH FISHING PACKAGES
HOTEL & FISHING
Looking for a fun BC fishing package that won’t break that bank? Our Fall fishing packages in Squamish BC check all the boxes, putting you into great fishing with no big travel plans!
The packages include hotel accommodations in Squamish combined with our top-rated fishing guide services. Packages are flexible and affordable, you can pick how many days you’d like to fit any budget. Packages also include transportation from Vancouver, we can even pick you up at the airport.
The Squamish hotels we use for these packages are the Howe Sound Inn and the Executive Suites Squamish. The Howe Sound Inn has a great onsite brewpub and is within easy walking distance of other restaurants and pubs. It offers small cozy rooms and is stones throw to the ocean. There is also the Executive Suites Squamish that has an onsite restaurant, gym and pool. Both hotels are close to the river, with a 10-20 minute drive to the fishing.
OTHER FALL FISHING IDEAS
STEELHEAD TRIPS IN THE NORTH
Our Squamish Fall salmon fishing day trips and packages are a favourite trip for October and November but there are some other good BC fishing options you can look at for the Fall months. You can find some cool options near Vancouver or venture a little further.
October is generally the best month for BC steelhead fishing in northern British Columbia. Steelhead fishing is offered on the Skeena River system and its tributaries including the Bulkley River and the Babine River. These are serious trips for serious anglers and generally take some preplanning to get prime dates and organize travel. Steelhead fishing trips aren’t as budget friendly as what we offer on the Squamish River. BC steelhead fishing packages are generally weeklong affairs that range in the $4500-$7500 USD price range per person.
If you’re looking for another BC fishing experience in the Fall, then October and November area also prime months for sturgeon fishing on the Fraser River. These trips take place east of Vancouver, from Squamish it is about a 2 hour drive. Very often we will have clients who come salmon fishing with us and then included a day or two of sturgeon fishing as well.
SOME FALL FISHING TIPS!
IF YOU’RE HEADED OUT ON YOUR OWN
Having a guide is nice but if you’re headed out salmon fishing on your own we wanted to give you a few tips. These are simply tips we use when guiding and will hopefully help you catch a few more fish…
Don’t wade deep. This is the most common mistake, as most salmon are often close to shore in 2-3 feet of water.
Be patient. Salmon come through in waves, especially if you’re fishing close to the ocean. Rolling fish are an indicator that salmon are moving through.
Downsize your fly. It’s a common mistake to use big heavy flies for salmon. Most of the fish we catch are on small, sparsely tied flies that have a light amount of weight to them! Here’s the Hobo Spey Fly, a Fall salmon and steelhead favourite.
Be respectful of these fish. Never drag salmon onto sand or rocks and ensure all fish are kept in the water. If you’re taking a photo do it quickly and ensure the fish is revived before releasing.
Read the BC freshwater fishing synopsis before heading out, use only single barbless hooks and ensure you have you BC fishing license with you at all times!
FALL SALMON INQUIRY
TIME TO PLAN YOUR FISHING TRIP TO SQUAMISH!
Contact the pro team at Chromer Sport Fishing about a fly fishing trip in Vancouver. We’ll send you more info, pricing and availability. You can also call us toll free 1-877-902-3393 or email us at chromersportfishing@gmail.com.