Region Two: Lower Mainland & Fraser Valley
The Lower Mainland and Fraser Valley offer a variety of fisheries that can be done year-round. Across Region Two, there are over twenty lakes that are stocked with rainbow trout between March and October, which are suitable for those who are still learning how to fish. Winter steelhead fishing attracts seasoned and determined anglers between December and April in the Fraser Valley. Five species of pacific salmon return to their natal streams between August and December, when both local and foreign anglers enjoy the best fishing this region offers. Summer on the Fraser River is the ideal playground for the entire family, fish of all sizes from a miniature sculpin to a gigantic white sturgeon maybe connected.
Region Two Lake Fishing Spots
Region two has lakes that cater anglers of all skill levels. In Metro Vancouver and Fraser Valley, urban lakes are regularly stocked with rainbow trout for families and entry-level anglers to enjoy. Beyond the Lower Mainland, experienced anglers can enjoy targeting trophy sized cutthroat and rainbow trout at remote lakes.
Region Two River Fishing Spots
Between August and November, pacific salmon return to rivers across the Lower Mainland and Fraser Valley. Anglers can enjoy catching fresh salmon without having to travel very far. Beside salmon, trout and char fishing can also be done during other parts of the year.
| Lake Name | Location | Target Species |
|---|---|---|
| Capilano River | North Vancouver | Chinook salmon, coho salmon , cutthroat trout, steelhead |
| Cheakamus River | Squamish | |
| Chilliwack River | Chilliwack | Chinook salmon, sockeye salmon, coho salmon , pink salmon, chum salmon, cutthroat trout, bull trout, mountain whitefish, rainbow trout, steelhead |
| Fraser River | Mission - Hope | |
| Harrison River | Agassiz | Chinook salmon, sockeye salmon, coho salmon , pink salmon, chum salmon, cutthroat trout, bull trout |
| Nicomen Slough | ||
| Squamish River | Squamish | Chinook salmon, coho salmon , chum salmon, bull trout, cutthroat trout, rainbow trout, steelhead |
| Stave River | Mission | Chinook salmon, coho salmon , pink salmon, chum salmon, cutthroat trout, mountain whitefish, northern pikeminnow |
Tidal Fraser River Fishing Spots
Stretching from Mission to Steveston in the Southwestern corner of British Columbia, the Tidal Fraser River provides many fishing opportunities for angling enthusiasts from the largest city of this province. While most are only familiar with the popular salmon fisheries during a small part of the year, fishing can in fact be done at anytime of the year. Read more...