Fly Fishing Canada

Come catch your trophy

Fly fishing Canada. It’s a sport that attracts anglers from all over the world. From sea to sea to sea (that “3rd sea” is the Arctic Ocean) there are literally thousands of rivers and streams home to some of the best game fish in the world. A wide variety of trout, salmon, grayling and pike are just a sample of what you’ll find while fly fishing Canada.

Maybe you are looking to stay in a high-end fishing lodge in northern Quebec. How about a 4 day adventure into the Yukon? Possibly a trip to the undeveloped wilderness of Alberta’s Rocky Mountains is what gets your heart pumping. Whatever your desire and whatever your creature comforts, you can find it on a fly fishing trip to Canada.

There are full service fly in fishing lodges all over Canada. Many of these lodges provide fantastic fly fishing right out your doorstep. But if that isn’t enough there are outfitters that will board you into a helicopter and fly you to the furthest regions of the outback. Talk about getting away from it all!

If you are a novice fly angler, you have nothing to worry about. Fly fishing basics are very straight forward. Many people look at the grace of experienced fly anglers and assume that it is a difficult activity. Well to be blunt. It is not. With the right equipment and instruction it is something that you can enjoy for the rest of your life.

If you need instruction make the point when you are booking your trip. The outfitter will almost always be happy to show you the fly fishing basics. Chances are they will even be able to provide you with the proper equipment. After a few short hours, you will be casting your fly with reasonable accuracy and nailing your fish of choice.

While fly fishing Canada many anglers typically use fly rods 5(6) and and (7)8 weight. Generally a variety of flies including bugs, nymphs and streamers. Make sure you talk to the outfitter about what flies are working well when you arrive! Many folks have about 200 meters on their spool with one or 2 spare spools. If you are fishing grayling, smaller trout, whitefish and pike you will want a floating line. Consider a sink tip line for trout.

Check our fly fishing equipment checklist before you start your journey.

Fly fishing is a great sport. Fly fishing Canada makes for a great holiday. Whether you are bringing family or taking a trip with some buddies, you will be in for a great time. Come on up and give it a try.

Maybe we’ll see you on the water.