The island's fishing is still fantastic, but some places have lost the quantities they've been previously known for, and in most rivers the fishing is restricted. Please remember to check with the local Fish and Wildlife department to ensure the stream is open to the public. So use this list as more of a rough guide than anything else. Englishman River.

Hoping for one last big one before the sun goes down @beccaskinner, A post shared by PEETZ Outdoors (@peetz_outdoors) on Apr 5, 2016 at 4:34pm PDT. The Englishman River Overnighter is a 32-mile out and back from Parksville, British Columbia, to Englishman River Falls Provincial Park. Map. HookandBullet.com, a Montlake Media brand. Also make sure to check out the Quinsam River, a high-producing tributary of the Campbell River. "Chapman Lake is 1018.6 ha with a max depth of 26.8 m and a mean depth of 12.8 m. Fishing pressure..." Chapman Lake, "i have caught both cutthroat and rainbow trout in maple lake i suggest dry flies during midge..." Maple Lake, "I forgot the lake map. A beauty day for @classicflyguide out on the Englishman river.

In zone: 1-5 No Fishing July 15-August 31 No Fishing from lower falls in Englishman River Park to signs approximately 100 m downstream No Fishing downstream of the lower falls in Englishman River Falls Provincial Park to the Top Bridge crossing at the end of Allsbrook Road*, Dec 1-May 31 Anglers from around the world travel to the island's fruitful waters to catch trout and salmon in abundance.

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Let's face it, there's a lot we can learn and share from one another like what bait or lure is generating the best results.

If you are hunting for size rather than quantity, the Salmon River is right up your alley.

So whether it's a bass fishing report, or a trout we invite you to submit a fishing report and help us to promote the sport. Otherwise, do your research about the health of the river's yearly run (in March) before you head out. Flowing from Elkhorn Mountain out into Upper Campbell Lake, the Elk River is one of Vancouver Island's premier rivers for trout fishing. Whether you’re fly fishing, baitcasting or spinning your chances of getting a bite here are good. Flowing from Mount Arrowsmith Region Park and out past Parksville, Englishman River is a very long and abundant, plenty with spots to cast. These are some legendary locations, without a doubt, but discovery is half the fun.
On HookandBullet, we invite you to share your knowledge with others - what tackle is working, If you're looking for some new gear to take with you out on one of these spots, we offer handmade, high-quality fly fishing reels as well as rods and fly fishing combos.

Although the river is very large, and flows very deep in parts, certain areas of the Campbell are world-renown salmon fishing spots, with anglers from all over travelling for this river's fishing experience. It's one of the better producing rivers on the island.

Scope Adjustment: 2-Shot Method to Scope Sighting.

Every year, anglers flock to the lower miles of the river for an endless amount of trout. "Chapman Lake is 1018.6 ha with a max depth of 26.8 m and a mean depth of 12.8 m. Fishing pressure..." Chapman Lake, "i have caught both cutthroat and rainbow trout in maple lake i suggest dry flies during midge..." Maple Lake, "Klien is a small lake that supports a small population of small cutthroat trout..." Klein Lake. So grab your favorite fly fishing rod and reel, and head out to South Englishman River.

So, in no particular order, here's our top 10 list: Flowing from Lake Cowichan to Duncan, the Cowichan River is one of the world's best fishing spots, hands down. Flowing from Horne Lake out through Qualicum Bay, the Big Qualicum River is a popular fly fishing river that offers year-round salmon fishing and trout fishing in the fall. The issue with the Salmon River is its consistency, as it has suffered from the island's damaged fishing stocks. South Englishman River is a stream located just 2.8 miles from Parksville, in Nanaimo Regional District, in the province of British Columbia, Canada. Conservation and restoration efforts are in place, but the damage has been done. Thanks for the great shot! Now get out there and fish! Fly only, the river features plenty of spots for casting and holds plenty of cutthroat. For anglers around the world, Cowichan is a name well known. what fish species can be found here, and where the fish are hiding.
Because of how many rivers provide quality fly fishing, everyone's top spots are going to end up different. Check out our, Scope Adjustment: 2-Shot Method to Scope Sighting.

Vancouver Island is home to some fantastic river fly fishing. So grab your favorite fly fishing rod and reel, and head out to South Englishman River. If so, please let us know by leaving a comment below!

I find lake maps extremely useful whenever I am fishing a new water...." Lois Lake. PEETZ has been supporting the Pacific Salmon Foundation for many years, and efforts across the island have been making headway towards repairing the damage done. Fly fishing is particularly good in the summer, peaking in June.

All rights reserved. A detailed fishing report for the Englishman River will make the difference between a good fishing here and a bad one. Let's face it, there's a lot we can learn and share from one another like what bait or lure is generating the best results. Make sure to check regulations, as there are a number in place throughout the year that help to aid conservation efforts. Some very nice Cutties being hooked in the upper river..still on Bead HEad Muddlers and Stoneflies June 5th..fishing on the englishman has been difficult with the fairly high water levels..lower conditions now appearing are showing more slots and riffles available and the results ae more beautiful Trout April 28th CAYCUSE RIVER 1-3 Fly fishing only above and including Hatton Creek CHASE RIVER 1-5 ∂age restriction (see page 5) CHEMAINUS RIVER 1-5 Closed all year from Copper Canyon Falls downstream 100 m to signs No fishing upstream of Bannon Creek∑, Dec 1-June 30 CHICADEE LAKE π 1-6 Electric motors only Take Errington Road off of Highway #4 between Parksville and … Unfortunately, although there is still plenty of great fishing, many runs have been badly damaged by logging, pollution, and overfishing. If you're looking to fish in the general area be sure to check out Hot Spots tab to see where the fish There's no real way to know how you'll feel until you get out there. While one river may land you more fish, or larger fish, another may be more beautiful, or more tranquil.