Sumas River

Sumas River is a river flowing through British Columbia, Canada. River fishing rewards anglers who learn to read current — fish hold in the seams between fast and slow water, behind rocks and submerged logs, and at the heads and tails of pools. At Sumas River, working a lure or fly down-and-across the current usually outperforms casting straight upstream. Higher water concentrates fish; clear, low water makes them spookier.

Location

49.1369, -122.1096 · View on OpenStreetMap →

Species at This Spot

White sturgeonCoho salmonSmallmouth bassPink salmonLargemouth bassChannel catfish

Fishing Techniques

• For White sturgeon

  Focus on fishing near the bottom in deep holes or channels where sturgeon tend to congregate, using a heavy weight to keep your bait in the strike zone.

• For Coho salmon

  When fishing for Coho in rivers, focus on areas with current breaks, such as behind rocks or logs, as they often hold in these spots. Vary your retrieve speed to find what the fish are responding to.

• For Smallmouth bass

  Focus your fishing efforts around rocky structures, ledges, and areas with current, as smallmouth bass prefer these habitats.

Recommended Gear

Tackle commonly used to target the species at Sumas River.

Plan Your Trip

Anglers heading to Sumas 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 Sumas River.

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