No short of five species of salmon can be caught off the Port McNeill coastline. Beginning in May, the first migratory wave of Chinooks appear through to late August, predominantly in locations such as the Blackfish Sound. Sockeye Salmon follow in June while Pink Salmon and Coho populate the waters in July. As the season begins to close in September, anglers can count on chum salmon through to October, with winter chinook migrating in the cold late December waters.
Anglers looking to chase glory will be after “king” Chinook predominantly found from July to August, growing up to 50-60 pounds. Reining in one of these fighters over 30 pounds will grant you eligibility to the legendary “Tyee Club.”
Foodies should expect to be on the boat in the late summer months of August and September to catch delicious Sockeye Salmon as well as pink salmon, ideal for smoking, running on odd-numbered years.