Port Renfrew Fishing Charters

Fishing in Port Renfrew lasts from June to September and is a great place for Salmon, Halibut, Cod, Crabs and more. Port Renfrew is a beautiful, scenic west coast drive only 2 hours North West of the City of Victoria. We have both onshore and offshore fishing that is world class. Moored at Butch’s Wharf & Marina, located in the San Juan River.

Legendary Fishing in Port Renfrew

Sockeye:

Sockeye are considered the most flavourful of BC’s salmon species. These beautiful fish are a real prize.
July-August. Subject to limited openings.

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Chinook (aka Kings/Springs):

The largest species of Pacific salmon, the Chinook put up a powerful fight. Dig in and get ready to battle
July-September.

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Coho (aka Silvers):

Coho are energetic and acrobatic fighters. Get your camera ready for some awesome jumping action.
Mid July-August.

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Halibut:

One of the most fun fish to catch and some of the best white fish in the sea. Swiftsure Bank halibut range from 10-20 pound chickens in summer to 30-60 pound turkeys in spring.

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Red snapper (aka yellow eye):

Bright and vibrant red/orange bottom fish, excellent white meat.

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Black cod (aka sablefish):

Tastiest species of cod caught off Vancouver Island.

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Port Renfrew Info & Links

Port Renfrew Location:

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Things to do in Port Renfrew (other than fishing):

Wildlife watching: see bears, eagles, seals, and elk!
Beach walking: long sandy beach from Gordon River to San Juan River
Botanical Beach: famous for its tidepools at low tide
Juan de Fuca Trail: Port Renfrew (Botanical Beach) south to Jordan River, can hike individual sections
West Coast Trail: Port Renfrew north to Bamfield, serious hiking, only for the really adventurous

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