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Bell Irving River
The Bell Irving is a major tributary of the Nass River. It is fed mainly by snowmelt and to a lesser extent, rainfall; therefore the highest water tends to be in spring (May / June) with relatively stable flows in the fall. It does not have maintained launches for boats and rafts. It has difficult rapids, numerous logjams and side channels.

The average steelhead on this river is 8 - 10 pounds. Fish in the 15-pound range are common and the largest buck measured to date is 42”. The fish start to show up in late August with numbers building through September. A big push of fish can be expected in late-September and if conditions are right, anglers can expect multiple hook up days. On average it’s realistic for fly fishermen to expect to land one fish per day.

The river is 50 - 60 yards wide typically, with a grey/green shingle bottom. The water is quite clear but doesn't look it on account of reflection from the dark bottom. It can become cloudy with a thaw or heavy rain but tends to come back into shape quickly if temperatures are cool. Smaller tributaries of the Bell Irving provide some great fishing if the mainstem is coloured. These creeks can only be accessed by helicopter.

It is the most perfect fly water with pools typically 3' - 10' deep and relatively fast flowing. They can be 40 - 400 yards long. Most pools have shingle banks from which to fish. This characteristic makes life very easy for the fly fisherman. The Bell Irving, like most fly-fishing rivers, consists of a large variety of pools and runs. Some of these appear to be holding pools and in others the fish seem to be travelers or moving fish. Wading is excellent; though in places spey casting can be a major benefit as the forest can come down to the water’s edge. The river valley has forests of mature firs (cedars, spruce and hemlocks) with dogwood, birch alders and huge cottonwoods interspersed. The valley is relatively narrow (1 - 2 miles) and the surrounding peaks usually snow covered. Bring your camera for the spectacular fall colours.

Upper Nass River
The only way to access this huge water system is by helicopter. Much of the water on the upper Nass River is not suited to fishing of any kind. The river has numerous logjams, difficult rapids and long stretches of canyon. This creates an environment that only the biggest, toughest steelhead can survive in. However, we have found that this river has some of the nicest fly water available anywhere in the world. We have located a number of areas, including parts of the mainstem and confluences of some of the many tributaries, which are ideally suited to fishing the impressive Nass steelhead on the fly. Anglers should be competent in the use of double handed (spey) rods or very strong casters with single-handed rods. This river requires long casts and some deep wading to be fished properly.

Fed by small headwater lakes and annual snowmelt, in the past we have found the Nass to be somewhat unpredictable in terms of water quality. Stable and consistent flows in all weather conditions have happened for some seasons providing fishing opportunities when other river systems are out. While in other seasons we have seen more precipitation and the Nass has proven to be tougher fishing. The quality of the fishing and fish movement patterns are both ultimately dictated by Mother Nature. If you are on the Nass when the steelhead Gods are shining, you are promised the one best days of steelheading you’ll ever have.
The average steelhead caught on the Nass River weighs 12 - 14 pounds and has had very little, if any, fishing pressure before arriving in the area. This contributes to aggressive takes and numerous hookups on any given day of fishing. The largest fish ever landed was a 41” hen (honey). Anglers can expect 2 - 3 hookups per day when conditions are right. Our best day is 24 hookups with 3 rods or maybe you dind’t want to hear that part!

This trip is an experience of a lifetime for any dedicated steelheader. You have the chance to see abundant wildlife set in a totally untouched environment. Only the moose, grizzly and black bears, wolves and eagles will share the day with you on this very remote and spectacular river.

Craig River
This small river is a tributary of the larger Iskut River System. It is located only 60 km from the Pacific Ocean and has a very strong run of Coho Salmon in late September and early October. It is most easily accessed by helicopter. The river is fed by glacial melt and thus the water colour is slightly creamy but offers good visibility. We found that the silver salmon are very, very aggressive towards almost any fly that is presented to them.
It is possible for each angler to land 20 fish per day when the conditions are right. The average salmon is 8 pounds and many fish in the 20 lb range have been landed.

Although we specialize in steelhead fishing, the Craig River offers anglers a completely remote and different experience to target some of the freshest, biggest Coho salmon available anywhere in BC.

Meziadin River
This short (6 km) river flows from Meziadin Lake into the Nass River. It is renowned for its crystal clear water and impressive runs of Sockeye and Chinook salmon. We can access this river by jet boat or on foot. Because the Meziadin has very stable water conditions we can offer anglers the chance to land steelhead at all times during our operating season. It is a beautiful river with spectacular views of the surrounding mountains.
The steelhead vary in size from 4 - 20 pounds and we can usually find a fish or two each day. Many times anglers will land multiple salmon and resident rainbow trout while fishing for steelhead. The Coho fishing in Meziadin Lake can be impressive if your timing is right.
The Meziadin River is generally only fished when water conditions in the Nass watershed are not fishable or by special request from guests.

Damdochax River
The Damdochax River is a Class II river that originates as a clear and nutrient-rich lake. It flows westerly for 8 miles toward the Nass through an area that is fertile and abundant with overhanging alders, redds and trouty waters until joined by the Sansixmor. The mainstem of the Damdochax is a river where an experienced, crafty wader can cross when the river is at a good fishing height. A good caster can throw a line across it. This intimacy is a treasure and allows a fisherman to work the whole river. The lower Damdochax has a higher gradient and faster flows than the upper portion ideally suited to raft trips. Logjams catch and hold dying salmon with bears waiting nearby.

Steelhead on the Damdochax average about 10 pounds and can be quite fresh considering the distance they have traveled. They are powerful fish with thick broad tails to navigate the Nass canyons. It is not uncommon for experienced anglers to land 3 plus fish per day although the average is less. The largest fish recorded on the Damdochax is 43”. Most fishing is done by ‘walk and wade’ although occasional float trips are possible on the lower river. While fishing the Damdochax, you will be guided by local experts Hannah and Alice Belford.

Bear River
The Bear River is a Coho fisherman’s paradise. Easy access along the scenic Stewart-Hyder Highway and flowing directly into the Pacific Ocean, this river provides plenty of locations to catch silver Coho fresh from the salt. We can drive to this river within 1½ hours and usually include lunch at the Bitter Creek Café in Stewart or a visit to the local pub to wet the whistle. Float trips can be easily organised to access the myriad of prime pools.

The fish average about 6 pounds and are feisty and full of life. Single-handed rods and big flashy flies are the preferred method to land these crazy fighters and anglers have a great chance to land 10 plus fish in a day.

The Bear River provides a nice trip to explore other rivers if the steelhead are not cooperating or the Nass rivers are high.

Muskaboo Creek
Once a part of the telegraph trail this remote stream does not see a soul set foot on it's banks these days. Originating from a small lake and unlogged valley, it is a very stable system able to withstand heavy rains without losing water conditions.

A series of rapids and small waterfalls makes fish travel to this river challenging but not impossible. We have caught steelhead and rainbow trout in this system for the first time in 2008. We expect to plan float trips on this river for 2009 season. With gin clear water and plenty of wildlife, a day on the Muskaboo is as pristine an experience as it gets.