Spring Chinook Building Fast in Discovery Passage

Spring Chinook Season Heating Up in Campbell River

We're seeing excellent conditions on the water this week, and the Spring Chinook are responding. With clear skies, light NW winds, and calm seas, Wednesday delivered perfect timing on the morning slack into flood tide. Water temps are climbing, and the fish are moving through the Discovery Passage corridor in impressive numbers.

What's Running Now

Spring Chinook in the 15–25 lb range are our primary target right now, and they're feeding consistently on the flood. These powerful fish are staging up through the Johnstone Strait system ahead of their upriver push. The Discovery Passage has always been a funnel for migrating Chinook, and late April is when the bite really turns on.

How to Fish the Flood

Work your presentations on the push—these fish are aggressive as they move through tight water. Jigging and mooching both produce, but focus on structure and current breaks where Chinook like to stage. The flood tide concentrates fish, making your effort count. Expect steady action when conditions align like they are this week.

What to Expect This Week

Light winds and calm seas mean comfortable, productive days on the water. Dress in layers—it's still cool at 7°C in the mornings, but you'll warm up fast once the action picks up. Bring your camera; these Spring Chinook are strong fighters and make for incredible photos.

Plan Your Summer Adventure

While we're excited about the action building now, keep July 15 marked on your calendar. That's when Chinook retention opens, and Campbell River becomes prime territory for trophy-class fish. Book your summer charter with Fishing Storie Charters and experience world-class Chinook fishing in one of BC's most legendary waters.

Ready to experience world-class fishing in Campbell River? Book your charter trip with Fishing Storie Charters today. Captain Jason and the crew are ready to put you on fish.