crevices at the edge of the surf line from Ucluelet to Tofino, looking to ambush your lures. Some of the favoured spots are Wya Point, Portland Point, Little Beach, Long Beach, the “red can,” and Wilf Rock, though be aware of spot closures. In Ucluelet, take a stroll along
the Wild Pacific Trail with its stunning ocean views from cliff- top vantage points. Visit the new Ucluelet Aquarium to learn about – and even touch – some of the local marine denizens. With so many opportunities to catch big tyee, you have a good chance of winning a monthly or overall prize in the Ucluelet Salmon Ladder Derby, which runs from May to September. The proceeds from its ticket sales help to maintain the Ucluelet Salmon Enhancement Society’s Thornton Creek salmon hatchery. The next great sound north of Barkley is Clayoquot. Anglers who want to ocean fly-fish for salmon can book with many charter operations in Tofino, which have the specialized boats and guide services to accommodate them. This fly-fishery starts in May, but peaks during the latter part of August and into September. Dual offshore-inshore charters target halibut and chinook offshore, then slip into protected inshore waters so fly-flingers can cast needlefish or herring imitation at swarms of voracious coho. Local streams offer steelhead and salmon during the autumn, and resident rainbow and cutthroat trout fishing all year.
Storm-watching is a favourite late fall and winter activity, when violent winds and pounding surf pummel Long Beach in Pacific Rim National Park. Strolling through the gentle waves that lap the same sandy shores in summer is popular too in this picturesque area. Book a scenic day-cruise around Vargas and Flores islands, with a stop for a natural “spa” soak at Hot Springs Cove in Maquinna Provincial Marine Park (though be warned, bathing suits are optional).
Enter to win a trip from Charlotte Queen Adventures at
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