river in British Columbia, CAN
Known as the 'Salmon Capital of the World,' the Campbell River draws anglers for its powerful chinook and coho runs, sea-run cutthroat, and winter-run steelhead below the Quinsam confluence. Located in B.C. Region 1 (Vancouver Island).
Campbell River is a river in British Columbia, CAN, and a popular destination for anglers exploring the region. This guide brings together the fish species you can target, the regulations that apply, and the campsites nearby so you can plan a complete fishing trip.
Anglers fishing Campbell River can target species including Chinook Salmon, Coho Salmon, Cutthroat Trout, and Rainbow Trout. Explore the linked species guides below to learn their habits, average sizes, and the tackle that works best on Campbell River.
Make sure you're fishing legally at Campbell River. A fishing license is required across most of CAN, and daily limits, size limits, and open seasons can change from year to year. When FishFinder has matching records, use the regulations link below to review the rules hub before you cast a line.
Explore the species guides for fish recorded at Campbell River:
Check FishFinder's regulation records for rules that apply at Campbell River:
Anglers at Campbell River can target species including Chinook Salmon, Coho Salmon, Cutthroat Trout, and Rainbow Trout. Explore each species on this page to learn its habits, average size, and the tackle that works best.
Yes — a fishing license is required across most of CAN. Daily limits, size limits, and open seasons can change year to year, so review the regulations on file for Campbell River before you cast a line.
Campbell River is a river in British Columbia, CAN, and a popular destination for anglers exploring the region.