The Cowichan River is the second best fishing destination in Canada for 2024, according to the world鈥檚 largest online travel fishing company.
FishingBooker has announced its list of the top 10 fishing destinations in Canada for 2024 to help anglers navigate the Great White North and find the right place to cast a line this year.
FishingBooker offers more than 42,000 fishing trips to its customers, spanning more than 2,000 cities across 110 countries.
The Cowichan River, one of Canada鈥檚 first heritage-status rivers, took second place in the company鈥檚 rankings for Canadian fishing locations this year, coming in behind Lake Ontario.
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So why did the Cowichan River rank so well?
FishingBooker said it鈥檚 the go-to destination for trout fishing on Vancouver Island, and beyond its angling charm, the area also offers a range of other recreational activities.
鈥淪ummer invites adventure with activities like swimming, canoeing, biking, and tubing,鈥� FishingBooker said.
鈥淲hether it鈥檚 the vibrant spring or crisp fall, Cowichan River promises angling treats, with rainbow trout in April and brown trout action in October. Fly fishing hot spots like Sandy Pool and Stoltz Pool await enthusiasts. Grab your gear and get ready for an unforgettable experience.鈥�
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Jim Lamb is the owner of The Trappers Cabin, which is regularly rented to fly fishers and others who enjoy being on the Cowichan River.
He said he thinks it may be great news for the area and its businesses.
鈥淚 grew up here and fishing on the river has always been a big thing even well before my time,鈥� Lamb said.
鈥淚t did peter out for a while but now it鈥檚 coming back and I鈥檓 seeing more and more fishers on the river all the time.鈥�
Lamb said only time will tell if the Cowichan River being designated as the No. 2 fishing location in Canada for the year will translate to more people coming to the area.
鈥淏ut I think it鈥檚 a neat designation and I鈥檒l be very interested to see what happens as a result,鈥� he said.
鈥淎 part of me wishes we could just keep the river to ourselves but that鈥檚 not reality. This could turn out to be really good for our local businesses.鈥�
