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Frequently Asked Questions

FISHING

Q: What is the fishing like?

A: Eagles Cove Estates is located at McMullen Point along Discovery Channel, north of Campbell River, which is known as "The Salmon Capital of the World." Some of the finest salmon fishing in the world happens in this area.

Chinook (King) Salmon up to 80 lbs. (25 kg) are occasionally caught, but Chinooks in the 20 - 30 lbs. (10 - 16 kg) range are quite common during the spring and summer months. Sockeye and Coho usually show up in July through September. Pink Salmon show up in July and August. Chum Salmon in the late fall.

Note:

• To fish in these waters you require a B.C. Tidal Fishing License.
• If you are fishing for a specific species of Salmon, it is required you obtain a separate "Salmon Enhancement Stamp". This stamp must be purchased and placed on the B.C. Tidal Fishing License.

For further information on licenses, limits and other restrictions, go to the Canadian Department of Fisheries and Oceans (DFO) website at: www.dfo-mpo.gc.ca

Eagles CoveEstates is located in DFO area 13, check for limits and openings in area 13.

And remember, with all good fishing, the tide makes a difference - make sure to pick up a tidal chart for:

Chatham Point and Owen Sound

During the last few years, bottom fishing for Lingcod and Rockfish has become very popular. Unfortunately, the stocks of fish have gone down considerably so, that restrictions on size and daily limits have been placed by the DFO. We have tried to put the more important fishing information on this page.

You are responsible to find out, through the proper authorities, what restrictions and regulations are in effect at the time and location that you are fishing. DFO does, on occasion, post fishing regulations at the marina or dock, but it is a good idea to give them a phone call or check the web site: www.dfo-mpo.gc.ca before prior to going fishing.

BEST SEASON

Q: When is the best season to visit Eagles Cove Estates?

A: Eagles Cove Estates is year round; any season is "the best" season, depending on what you want to do.

If you enjoy fishing, there are Chinook (Spring) salmon almost year round. The Sockeye and Coho are best from July through to August. The Pink Salmon start arriving mid-August through to late-September and Chum Salmon in September through to November.

The seasons for fishing Rock Cod, Lingcod and other "Sport Fish" species, are governed by the Department of Fisheries and Oceans Canada, and can be found in the current published fishing regulations.

Killer Whales (Orcas) travel Discovery Passage most of the summer, but are usually spotted more often during the months of July through September. This is mostly due to the abundance of salmon headed south, through Discovery Passage, for the Strait of Georgia and Fraser River.

Deer, Elk, Bear and other smaller wildlife can be seen throughout the year in this area.