West Coast Resorts Canadian Fishing Lodge Locations

In 2009 we moved our Tasu Lodge from Tasu Sound about 70 miles up the West Coast of Haida Gwaii / the Queen Charlotte Islands to its new location at Hippa Island. The first season here proved to be a great success and Anglers agree that the move was a good one.

Haida Gwaii / the Queen Charlotte Islands is the cream of the crop for anglers looking for fantastic chinook fishing. The problem is, the weather and waters here can be rough during inclement weather.

The great thing about our Hippa Island location is that The Lodge and great fishing spots are protected by Hippa Island meaning that when the weather is rough, there are plenty of inside fishing opportunities.

The Lodge at Hippa Island Highlights

• Viable inside fishery
• Close proximity to fishing
• Dash-8 air service which means from Vancouver to the water is only 3 hours
• Instructor program
• Several direct flights from Calgary and Edmonton eliminating the need to stay overnight in Vancouver
• Guests enjoy a spectacular helicopter flight in and out of the Lodge

Fishing in Haida Gwaii / the Queen Charlotte Islands can be crowded. Many Lodges are positioned at the North End of the Islands making for some pretty tight conditions. At times, there may be up to 125 boats in the water vying for the same fishing spots.

Our Lodge is in Englefield Bay on the West Side of Haida Gwaii / the Queen Charlotte Islands and West Coast Resorts operates the Only Fishing Lodge here. Anglers experience exclusive fishing and a unique and serene location. Like our other Haida Gwaii / Queen Charlotte Islands fishing lodge at Hippa Island, Englefield Bay also provides a great inside fishery so if the weather is rough, Anglers will still have plenty of great fishing spots to choose from.

The Lodge at Englefield Bay Highlights

• The Lodge at Englefield bay is the Only Lodge in this area. The only boats you will see are ours.
• Our Englefield Bay Fishing Resort boasts the most protected fishery on the west side of Haida Gwaii / Queen Charlotte Islands.
• Englefield Bay has a viable inside fishery so when the weather is bad anglers still have plenty of fishing options
• Our fishing spots are located between 5 - 30 minutes from the Lodge meaning there is no need for long runs to the grounds.
• Our 737 jet air service, from Vancouver to the water is only 2 hours
• Guests enjoy a spectacular helicopter flight in and out of the Lodge

Calm water, this is the main reason Anglers love to fish at this location. It is the ideal place to take Anglers fishing the west coast for the first time, kids who are new to the water and older guests.

Whale Channel is also known for its abundance of wildlife and spectacular scenery. Anglers who choose to fish here are in for a fantastic show.

Another great feature of this lodge is its proximity to hot fishing grounds are making trips back to the lodge for lunch, a dip in the hot tub or a massage, extremely convenient As with all of our locations, our season at Whale Channel is timed perfectly to coincide with fantastic runs of Chinook (kings) and coho.

The Lodge at Whale Channel Highlights

• The ultimate in calm water ocean fishing
• Prime fishing spots 5 minutes from the lodge
• This section of the BC Coast provides an untapped fishery
• Spectacular scenery & wildlife

Milbanke Sound is reknowned for its fishery and West Coast resorts operates the Only Lodge here. So not only will you be fishing in an exclusive and productive location, you will be the only ones fishing here; No boats crossing your lines, disturbing your water, your fish or you.

All of our Fishing Lodges produce some great fish, but Milbanke Sound is known for producing some whoppers! The chinook of this area are consistently heavier and Anglers can expect to catch fish averaging in the high 20`s to 30`s.

The waters of Milbanke Sound are generally less rough than our Kyuquot Sound and Haida Gwaii / Queen Charlotte Islands locations. Anglers who choose to visit The Lodge at Milbanke Sound also enjoy hot fishing spots minutes from the Lodge. The advantage of floating Lodges is the ability for West Coast Resorts to place them in exactly the right spot.

The Lodge at Milbanke Sound Highlights

• Our Lodge is the Only Lodge at Milbanke Sound.
• This area is home to the best salmon fishing along the mainland coast of BC
• The most popular fishing spots are only 2 – 10 minutes away from the lodge!  
• Expect to test your angling skills with Chinook salmon ranging from 20 – 70 lbs and Coho salmon in the 10 – 20 lb range.  
• Fish for halibut 7 – 15 minutes from the lodge, or for the more adventurous, you can venture out to the “Chicken Coop” which is about a 50 minute boat ride but your trip is rewarded with incredible action for small halibut in the 10 – 25 lb range.  
• Lingcod, yellow-eye and other bottom fish are also easily accessible in this area.

Location. Location. Location. The Lodge at Walters Cove is located in Kyuquot Sound, an area perched on the edge of what is known as the "salmon highway". During our season, chinook and coho salmon from all migrations travel through this area making for some hot busy fishing.

If you are looking to play A LOT of fish, you should seriously consider this location.

The Lodge at Walters Cove is our only land based lodge and is located in the tiny village of Kyuquot. Being land based has its advantages, Anglers may enjoy a walk around the village and secluded beach during their stay.

The Lodge at Walters Cove Highlights

• Location, Location, LOCATION! The Lodge at Walters Cove is perched right on the edge of the "salmon highway" where every year hundreds of thousands of migrating fish pass through.
• Knowledgeable instructors guide guests for up to 10 hours a day
• Fishing the deep ocean, open waters off Kyuquot Sound is a unique thrill!
• Kyuquot Sound is home to the most abundant and diverse wildlife in British Columbia.
• Kyuquot Sound is literally bursting with wildlife including; whales, bears, cougars, eagles, deer and of course, sea otters.
• A rare treat is the opportunity to fish for Albacore Tuna in late August to early September.