Fishing
Fishing for Legends
Houston’s fishing is as legendary as the fish themselves. The Morice River is part of the iconic Skeena River system and a world-class destination for anglers.
It is renowned for its trophy steelhead—some of the largest and most resilient on the planet. These powerful fish migrate to the ocean and back multiple times to spawn, offering seasoned anglers an unforgettable challenge. Add in all five species of Pacific salmon—chinook, coho, sockeye, pink, and chum—and the Morice becomes a river that lives up to its reputation.
Houston has earned accolades from anglers worldwide, with the Morice River named among BC’s top fishing destinations. Local expertise, pristine waters, and the chance to land fish worth bragging about keep anglers coming back year after year.
If lake fishing is more your style, Houston can hook you up. Maxan Lake, Hidden Lake, and Helen Lake offer peaceful settings, diverse fish species, and the kind of quiet that pairs perfectly with a line in the water.
Before you head out…
Check the freshwater fishing regulations for seasonal guidelines. For maps, tips and local fishing spots:
Best Times For Freshwater Fishing
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Steelhead Capital
Houston is known as the “Steelhead Capital of the World” due to the exceptional steelhead fishing in the nearby Morice River. The area attracts anglers from around the globe who come to fish for these prized, hard-fighting trout.
Useful Links
BC Freshwater Fisheries Society
Find out how to get a fishing license, and learn about fishing spots and fish stocking reports.
Anglers
Atlas
Learn more about fishing spots in the area, including locations from the Anglers Atlas website.
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