The Fish

Below is sample is what kind of fish one can expect to intercept when visiting Masset House. Peruse freely to find out what opportunities await you on Haida Gwaii. 

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Chinook                              
Coho (Salt)                            
Coho (Fresh)                          
Pinks                          
Halibut                            
Steelhead                               
Cutthroat                          
Dolly Varden                          
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Chinook Salmon:  Kings of the salmon world, these brutes represent the pinnacle of success to the ardent salmon seeker.  Although averaging between 20 and 40 pounds the Chinook Salmon can reach weights of over 80 pounds! With their streamlined bodies and exceptional power, the King will put the stamina of both angler and equipment on the line.  It's no wonder that every angler in the world dreams of Tyee...   Learn More
Coho Salmon:  Known as the acrobat of the salmon family, the Coho has many faithful followers. With their phenomenal speed, aerial display once hooked and huge numbers it's no wonder these silver bullets hold a special place in every salmon anglers heart. With an average weight of 10 pounds, specimens in the mid teens are not uncommon with many trophies being taken in the twenties. These are a light line fanatics dream.   Learn More
Halibut:  Known as the chicken of the sea, the mighty Halibut is hardly deserving of its nick name. These "barn doors" can reach sizes of mammoth proportions, tipping the scales up to 300 pounds! Average fish tend to be in the 25 pound range and once in the cooler, are one of the best table fare one can imagine. The waters off our door step are some of the finest hali-water on the planet, often catching them consistently in under 60 feet of water.    Learn More
Steelhead:  The pinnacle of success for the west coast river angler, these silver beauties deserve all the respect that they conjure up. Reaching weights up to 30 pounds with an average of around 12, the Charlottes hold some of the finest wild winter runs in the world. Local runs are strong and the places they inhabit are stunning. Once on the line these fish will put you to the test, using every instinct to throw the hook. Every Steelhead is a true trophy.    Learn More
Cutthroat: Simply one of the most beautiful trout one can angle for, the Queen Charlottes is teaming with these little scrappers. Averaging around 14 inches, specimens to 24 inches have been caught. Known for their reckless abandon when  it comes to crashing a lure, this is a great place for someone wanting to try their hand at fly fishing or for the ardent trout bum to reach nirvana. The terrain that these battlers inhabit almost matches their beauty.    Learn More
 

 

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