Heavy tackle, deep water, real patience.
Pacific halibut is one of the most sought-after fish on this coast — a serious fight on the way up, and about as good as it gets on the table. We're about 30 minutes from some of the better halibut grounds off Victoria and Sooke, working the banks where the bottom structure holds fish.
It's a different style of fishing than salmon trolling — heavier gear, patience over the drop-offs, and a real sense of accomplishment when one finally comes over the rail. Trips run as a 5-hour half day or a full 8-hour day, up to 4 people aboard our 25' Wellcraft.
The Barn Door
30–300 lbs
The largest of the flatfish. Big enough that the biggest ones earned the nickname "barn doors."
Flat & Wide
A thick, elongated flatfish — Hippoglossus stenolepis, roughly "horse-tongue," a nod to its long, flat body.
Lean & Firm
Sparkling white, mild-tasting meat that holds together well — the cheeks in particular are a real treat.
Feb – Sept
The strongest stretch for halibut on this part of the coast, though timing shifts year to year with quota and weather.
Note: halibut charters are paid in full at the time of booking, and this payment is non-refundable — different terms than our salmon trips.
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