Pitt River

Pitt River cuts through British Columbia, Canada and offers classic river fishing. The local patterns are the universal river patterns: fish the heads of pools at first light, the deep slow water in the middle of the day, and the tail-outs as light fades. Light tackle and a careful drift go a long way at Pitt River — heavy splashes spook a whole pool.

Location

49.2330, -122.7690 · View on OpenStreetMap →

Species Reported in British Columbia

These species are commonly caught at fishing spots across British Columbia. Conditions at Pitt River may vary.

Rainbow troutCoastal cutthroat troutChinook salmonLargemouth bassCoho salmonNorthern pikeminnow

Fishing Techniques

• For Rainbow trout

  Vary your retrieve speed when using spinners to find what triggers a strike; sometimes a slow, steady retrieve works best, while other times a faster, erratic retrieve is more effective.

• For Coastal cutthroat trout

  Focus on fishing near structure like fallen logs, undercut banks, and overhanging vegetation, as coastal cutthroat trout often ambush prey from these locations.

• For Chinook salmon

  Vary your retrieve speed and depth until you find what the fish are responding to, as their preferences can change daily.

Recommended Gear

Tackle commonly used to target the species reported in British Columbia.

Plan Your Trip

Anglers heading to Pitt River should sort licences and confirm seasonal regulations for British Columbia before the trip. A quick weather check the morning of helps too — wind direction in particular can make or break a session at a spot like Pitt River.

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