WINTER SALMON FISHING SEASON IS ON!
VICTORIA, B.C
FOR CHINOOK, COHO & HALIBUT FISHING CHARTERS
Specialized Offshore Fishing Charters
VICTORIA CHINOOK & COHO CHARTERS
During the winter months, Chinook and Coho salmon remain active in the waters around Victoria, BC. Anglers can expect steady winter salmon fishing, with opportunities to catch multiple Chinook per day and some Coho still present. These trips focus on prime fishing areas near Oak Bay and surrounding Vancouver Island waters.
HALIBUT & SALMON CHARTERS
Halibut and salmon can be targeted in the same trip off Victoria, BC. These combo trips take advantage of the region’s diverse marine ecosystem, allowing anglers to fish for bottom-dwelling halibut while also catching seasonal salmon. The trips cover the best local grounds for both species and are guided by experienced crews familiar with winter fishing patterns.
meet your captain
Dave Yakimovich is an experienced fishing guide based in Victoria, BC. He specializes in Chinook, Coho, and Halibut charters, with extensive knowledge of local fishing grounds, seasonal patterns, and techniques.
THE CAPTAIN
where we fish
Fishing in Victoria, BC is a mix of calm coastal waters, dramatic scenery, and year-round opportunity. The area’s sheltered straits and nearby banks hold salmon, halibut, and bottom fish through every season, so there’s always something biting. Winter mornings can mean chasing Chinook in quiet bays, while summer brings runs of coho and halibut farther offshore. It’s the kind of place where you can leave the dock and be over productive water in minutes — a relaxed, west-coast way to fish.
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Fishing in Oak Bay offers a bit of everything, depending on the time of year. Through the winter, anglers focus on feeder Chinook salmon — smaller but strong fish that stay close to shore and feed along the rocky bottom. Spring and summer bring migrating Chinook and coho moving through the area, often in good numbers, while nearby spots can produce halibut, lingcod, and rockfish when conditions allow. The protected waters around Discovery Island and the Chain Islets make Oak Bay a reliable choice no matter the season — close to town, easy to access, and full of local character.
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Fishing in Sooke is all about variety and timing. The area is known for its consistent salmon runs — especially in late spring and summer when mature Chinook and coho move through the Strait of Juan de Fuca. Winter months offer solid feeder Chinook fishing close to shore, while summer brings halibut and lingcod opportunities farther offshore. The mix of rocky coastline, kelp beds, and open water gives anglers plenty of options, and it’s common to see wildlife like eagles and whales while you’re out. Sooke has long been a favourite launch point for both locals and visiting anglers looking for that classic west coast fishing experience.
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Fishing around Ucluelet is rugged, remote, and rewarding. The area sees strong seasonal runs of Chinook and coho salmon, especially in spring and summer, while winter offers feeder Chinook close to shore. Halibut, lingcod, and rockfish are common year-round, with offshore grounds producing the bigger catches. The mix of rocky headlands, kelp beds, and deep channels creates diverse fishing opportunities, and the wild, scenic coastline adds to the experience. Ucluelet is a spot where anglers can combine productive fishing with the raw beauty of Vancouver Island’s west coast.
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