Steelhead Fishing Knight Inlet Lodge.

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Fish Types

The Kakweiken is one of British Columbia's major Steelhead rivers. The main run occurs in early April through to the end of May. During the height of the run, we will give our steelheaders an opportunity to enjoy the thrills of playing one of the world's greatest fighting fish. A typical day would be similar to a summer trip, but with more hours on the river and no ocean fishing. The Kakweiken is an excellent river for both fly and spin fishing. All steelhead are wild - stock which makes them the very best fighters. Because they are wild it is a catch and release trip. However, you can take home a limit of pictures and memories.

Descriptions Below

The Fish

Chinook Salmon (King, Spring) - The trophy salmon. These fish run 8 Lbs. to 75 Lbs. Locally. A trophy (over 30 Lbs.) is called a TYEE. They are caught all season.

Coho Salmon (Silvers) - The jumpers. They run 5 lbs. to 24 Lbs. locally. The largest Coho, called Northerns, are caught August and September, the smaller ones in July and August. They are also caught in our river.

Pink Salmon - Smaller but extremely plentiful, especially in odd numbered years. Great fun in the river and on light salt water tackle.

Chum Salmon - Great fighters. They run 6 Lbs. to 24 Lbs. and are caught June through September.

Halibut - These monsters weigh 20 Lbs. to over 200 Lbs. (Barn Doors). They are caught June through September.

Cod (Ling Cod, Rock Cod) - Delicious bottom fish, great fun for an afternoon excursion.


Knight Inlet Lodge is primarily a wilderness adventure and tour lodge. Fishing is always an option for those on our wildlife safari but serious fishermen should book a fishing trip in our immediate area at:
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Knight Inlet Lodge News: News 2008 - Last summer we had a good salmon return to our rivers so the bears were well fed and very active. There was lots of interaction and lots of great viewing. The Orca were exceptionally playfull. One female actually "spy-hopped" right next to one of our boats and had a "conversation" {chirped} with a couple of astounded guests. The Humpback were around most of the season with the calves doing lots of exciting leaps.