Nootka Wilderness Lodge. As its name suggests, Nootka Wilderness Fishing Lodge is a true wilderness fishing resort located in the heart of Nootka Sound, Vancouver Island's premier sportfishing destination for trophy Chinook (King) and Coho salmon. The lodge has fast become known as one of the finest sportfishing resorts on the west coast, and for good reason! Some of the most exciting saltwater and freshwater fishing in North America is found here, and Nootka Wilderness Fishing Lodge makes it yours to enjoy in safety and comfort. ALL THE COMFORTS OF HOME AND MORE This BC fishing lodge provides all the comfort and personal attention that people hope for when they are away from home. At the end of the day, relax in the hot tub or join friends for a drink in our comfortable lounge. At mealtimes our Chef creates fresh West Coast cuisine, featuring local seafood as well as other delightful dishes. Our gourmet food is one of the many highlights of our lodge's reputation. The lodge itself is a spectacular floating fishing resort, an incredible facility comprised of 12 guest rooms (each room having its own washroom and shower facilities). The main lodge features a gourmet chef's kitchen, dining room and sprawling lounge and deck area for your enjoyment after a full day of fishing and adventure off the west coast of Vancouver Island. ADVENTURE OR RELAXATION The legendary Nootka Sound, British Columbia - a remote, protected haven on a dramatic unspoiled coast - is where Captain Cook first explored in 1778 and found his snug harbor. Wildlife abounds here and includes bears, whales, eagles, the diminutive sea otters and much more! An eco tour through Nootka Sound will leave you speechless - there is an endless variety of wilderness, wildlife and history to experience. Be sure to inquire about our adventure and retreat packages. There truly IS something for everyone at Nootka Wilderness Fishing Lodge, British Columbia, Canada!

Photo Gallery - 2003. I completely enjoyed fishing with your excellent guides. Pat was helpful in every way and more important, I caught a lot of bright fish. Pat found the honey holes everyday and I released many more than I put in the fish hold. All in all it was a beautiful setting and accommodations at your floating lodge are outstanding. I have fished with many different outfitters and yours ranks as one of the best. I was really impressed by the quality and variety of food. Your kitchen staff is excellent Al Scow Rancho Palos Vds., California. Wow! Slater and I had a blast, visiting your lodge and filling our boats with salmon! Thanks for your hospitality. We look forward to seeing you again soon! Michael D. Chesser Camarillo, California. Huge schools of Coho salmon could be located throughout the vast kelp beds that line the shores at the entrance to Nootka Sound, and the Chinooks were there in big numbers too! The beauty of this fishing is that the fish swim shallow, with the Chinooks traveling from 15 to 40 feet in depth with light tackle surface fishing being the method of choice for Coho. I just wanted to say thanks for the fabulous fishing and hospitality I enjoyed on my recent trip to Nootka Wilderness Lodge. I caught over 30 Chinook and Coho salmon during my stay - this was easily the best fishing experience of my life!! Everything at the lodge was perfect - the guides were friendly and knew all the best techniques for salmon. Dan Schwarz Montclair, New Jersey. Dave and Irene, OJ and I would like to thank you for a great fishing trip. Everything was wonderful, the fishing, the food, the scenery and the companionship. We really had a great time. I would also like you to know that we got home with the fish still frozen, so our freezer is full of salmon. I am going to cook some tonight. I know it will taste out of this world. Again, thanks for a great time. Elizabeth and OJ Riddles Pearland, Texas. It is nearly impossible to pick highlights from our 2003 fishing season, as it was simply adventure after adventure, story after story, from the beginning of our season till the end. Not a single group of anglers - not one! - experienced slow fishing during our 2003 season, so we thought the best way to remember 2003 would be to let our guests - and their photos - do the talking! There is no reason to believe that the 2004 fishing season won't be at least as good as 2002 and 2003, so let us know soon if you haven't yet booked your trip to Nootka Wilderness Lodge. Thank you so much for once again providing an amazing fishing experience. We are already looking forward to next time! Enjoy the photos and thank you again! Jim Tagliere Los Angeles, California. I don't know what I was expecting when I reserved the fishing, but I knew with you and Dave I would have fun. I just wanted to tell you your camp is above anything we have ever done in fishing. What a wonderful camp you run. Thank you for all the memories and am looking forward to next year. Thanks again. Ryan and Mat Hoerauf Odessa, Texas. None of these comments were solicited from our guests They are sincere thank you notes from our American and Canadian friends! Click here for more testimonials...

Hunting Vancouver Island. World-class big game trophy hunting for Boone Crockett Roosevelt Elk, Black Bears (Island Bears), Mountain Lion (Cougar) and Blacktail Deer. Advanced Taxidermy Wildlife Design. Having fished all over the world and seeing many taxidermist's work, I feel that Advanced Taxidermy and Wildlife Design does that finest work in the industry - Bob Izumi. Serves the Campbell River airport from Vancouver International. Serves Vancouver International Airport. Serves the Campbell River airport from other cities in British Columbia and Alberta. Serves Comox from Calgary, Alberta. Seaplane service from Seatle, Washington. Seaplane service from Vancouver, British Columbia. ACCOMMODATION IN CAMPBELL RIVER. 250-287-7155 or Toll free - 1-800-663-1144. ACCOMMODATION IN VANCOUVER. The Fairmont Vancouver Airport. Toll free - 1-877-442-FISH (3474)

Getting here - Maps travel information. Once you have arrived in Campbell River you will board a float plane and take flight over some of the most beautiful landscape on Vancouver Island. The rugged snow -capped mountains and pristine wilderness below you is home to countless species of wildlife. After thirty minutes of breathtaking scenery you will have reached historical Nootka Sound where we await your arrival. Nootka Wilderness Lodge is nestled in a quiet bay, only minutes from world class fishing. Your adventure begins... Click links below to visit the service providers listed. BC Ferries operates car ferries that travel to and from Vancouver Island many times daily. (250) 386-3431- in Victoria, 1-888-BCFERRY- outside Victoria. We recommend that you use Helijet if you are travelling from Seattle, and Pacific Coastal if you are travelling from Vancouver. Due to service issues with Central Mountain Air we do not recommend them. If you book with an agent, please specifically request. Pacific Coastal as your Vancouver to Campbell River carrier. If you book with Air Canada, they will likely route you on Central Mountain Air as they are affiliated. 1-800-663-2872 serves the Campbell River airport from Vancouver International serves Vancouver International Airport. Central Mountain Air. 1-888-865-8585 serves the Campbell River airport from other cities in British Columbia and Alberta. 1-800-663-2872 serves Comox from Calgary, Alberta. BY SEAPLANE FROM SEATTLE: BY SEAPLANE FROM VANCOUVER: Vancouver Island Air. (Charter Only) (250) 287- 2433. ACCOMODATIONS IN CAMPBELL RIVER: (250)-287-7155 Toll free - 1-800-663-1144

Photo Gallery - 2007. Click images for full photo! Just a short note to thank you and your phenomenal crew for making the fishing trip with Albert Nassi;s group spectacular. I haven;t seen that many smiles and high fives, regarding the day;s catch, since the Ducks won The Cup. Once again, the meals were out of this world. What a great team you have for that kitchen! Many, Many thanks for the lifetime of memories made in a few short action-packed days. Thanks for the hospitality! We had a great time!! And the fishing was wicked! Evan David (The Jamaica Posse). My son Adam and my best friend and his son met for what we thought was some fishing. Instead we found ourselves at a 5 STAR resort in the middle of the Nootka Wilderness. The guides are the best in Canada, They love to put you on fish and share thier office with you in anyway possible. The food was better then amazingthank-you Kimand ALL the staff made you feel like family instead of guest. To say we had the best time ever is truly an understatement. Thank-you to all for such a memorable trip. Chip and Adam Vanderetill

Another great experience with wonderful people. You make our year special each year. Barbara and Marty Fricke. The view was beautiful the food was the best I had ever had and the fishing was the best of all. I have never had so much fun - it was incredible - beyond words of any gratitude - I will remember this trip forever - I hope to come back here next summer to see the faces of all the incredible people that made his happen. Thank you is not enough to say to show my gratitude - I could not have dreamed of a better time or place to go from your friend Adam Vandertill. An unbelievable trip!! You made my son and I feel like family. I can't thank you enough for allowing us to share in the splendor and beauty of what you call home. To take two Gorbys and teach us how to fish and be blessed with two Tyees, was incredible. All the equipment, housing, boats, guides, and kitchen was beyond 5 star and first class. I know it's all about Kim and her out of this world cooking, but Chris, thanks for the family connection. All my best to the Nootka family. Dean Plemon and Timothy Plemon

Photo Gallery - 2006. Our trip with the Griffins was the best trip we EVER had! Sincere thanks for a truly memorable fishing trip. Your hospitality and attention to detail was exceptional. Once again thank you for the great hospitality. The fishing as well as everyone's efforts to catch fish was overwhelming. I will recommend this facility. Your lodge is 1st class, the staff is awesome and your guiding team is the best on the coast. What a fabulous experience. Thank you so much for making the whole trip feel like family. I will remember the people long after the Salmon has disappeared from the freezer....to make an organization feel and display family togetherness comes from the top by example and you two have much for which you can be proud.

 Luggage storage
 Conference and meeting room
 Licensed bar
 Smoke-free guest rooms
 Parking lot
 Private park, garden, courtyard
 Quiet surroundings
 Restaurant
 Private/Ensuite bathroom
 Tea and coffee making facilities
 Patio, summer terrace