Suitable for beginners, families or experts. Best for ages 15 and up.
Owner/operator Brian Mack
accomplished fly fisher, fly tying expert, and pro angling guide since 1996
1-604-864-5445
Our fly fishing services:
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1/2 or full day walk n wade trips on local rivers for Salmon, Steelhead & Trout
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Fraser River Valley Salmon Fly Fishing Packages
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Jet boat trips on the Upper Pitt River for Dolly Varden
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We provide all high quality tackle
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Photo's and video of your trip
We provide only top name equipment such as Orvis and Simms waders, Galvan fly reels, Rio lines and much more. All our flies are home made with artistic craftsmanship and are proven winners for years.
Upcoming fly fishing opportunities for Spring 2023: Bull Trout on the Squamish River
Located 50 - 60 minutes from Vancouver
Choose from walk and wade on the Squamish River or jet boat in the Fraser Valley
Includes: all premium equipment, flies, waders, boots.
River fly fishing for bull trout
The Squamish river is a real gem!
All premium equipment provided.
Fly Fishers Love Vancouver BC's awesome rivers!
“Unbelievable Squamish River Salmon Fishing”
I was attending a conference in Vancouver and a buddy talked me into going on an impromptu fishing trip with Brian our guide from Silversides Fishing. I was completely unprepared to go fishing, but Brian said no worries, that he could outfit me – and he did. Unbelievable “catching” day, with multiple Chum hookups for both Zack and myself, with a number at 20 lbs. So needless to say, quite the experience.
J Mohlerm – Nevada, USA
Tripadvisor 5 Stars
“Great Fly Fishing”
Had a successful day on the Squamish river hooking into and landing multiple Bull Trout. Brian put us right where we needed to be. I was impressed with his ability to read the river and know right where there would be fish. An adventure shared by an amateur myself and an absolute rookie who was able to hook into and catch her own fish with Brian’s guidance. I highly suggest fly fishing with Silversides Fishing for unforgettable scenery and great fishing to match.
Tyler G – Minnesota, USA
Tripadvisor 5 Stars
“Pink Salmon on the Fly”
Great day was had fishing for Pinks on the Squamish river in BC. Brian picked up from downtown Vancouver, provided lunch, all the gear along with photography through out the day of me casting and catching, with the all important trophy shot of my biggest fish. At the end of the day Brian drove back along the scenic route 99 and got me safely back to Vancouver. Great scenery, awesome fishing, those Pinks pull your arm off! 10/10 so good I’ve rebooked a return trip.
Mark Perry – United Kingdom
Tripadvisor 5 Stars
“Fly Fishing the Squamish River”
The whole day was marvellous! Not only did we catch Pink salmon, the walk in to the river was beautiful (although a bit strenuous because we are old!). The place we were taken to was unbelievable; the Squamish river at her finest! We give the experience an A+.
Bellyboat – Vancouver, Canada
Tripadvisor 5 Stars
“Fly Fishing on the Squamish”
An excellent “walk and wade” day – fly fishing on the Squamish. I took 10 very very fresh Chum, boy these fish fight!! My guide (Alex) was really excellent, very knowledgeable, a great teacher and very patient… and great fun.
Richard F – United Kingdom
Tripadvisor 5 Stars
“Best fly fishing trip ever!”
My brother and I fished for Salmon with Brian last year and it was awesome. We enjoyed his service so much we just finished a 5 day fly fishing adventure with him on the Fraser river valley. I can’t count how many Coho Brian got me and my brother Scott into this year – it was crazy good. All very high quality Chrome fish – All I can say is wow! Brian has exceptional ability to know where the fish are and exactly how to land them. We also had the pleasure to fish for Sturgeon with Brian and he got me and brother into several high quality fish including a 6 + foot whale of a Sturgeon which is the biggest fish I’ve landed to date.
Cheers, Jeff Cooper
Species and Timing for fly fishing:
Fly fishing in Vancouver is available almost year round.
Winter Steelhead
January 7 to April 30
Bull Trout - Dolly Varden
November 15 to July 7
Coho & Chum Salmon
October 1 to November 30
Pink Salmon
July 15 to September 1(odd yrs only)
Chinook Salmon
July 15 to August 15
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Rates for our Vancouver walk & wade fly fishing trips
Salmon - Bull Trout - Steelhead - Cutthroat
5hr Walk n Wade
Full Service with Hotel Pickup
Year round
Includes hotel pickup from Vancouver.
All high end tackle & waders, coaching, photos/video taking.
1 person $745
2 persons $895
3 persons $1045
For larger groups please ask
5hr Walk n Wade
Meet your guide at the river
Year round
Includes tackle/waders, coaching, photos/video taking.
1 person $625
2 persons $775
3 persons $925
For larger groups please ask
8hr Walk n Wade
Full Service with Hotel Pickup
Year round
Includes hotel pickup from Vancouver and hearty organic lunch & snacks.
PLUS all high end tackle & waders, coaching, photos/video taking.
1 person $895
2 persons $1045
3 persons $1195
For larger groups please ask
8hr Walk n Wade
Meet your guide at the river
Year round
Includes tackle/waders, coaching, photos/video taking.
1 person $750
2 persons $900
3 persons $1050
For larger groups please ask
Jet boat fly fishing for Trout - Salmon
Rivers: Upper Pitt, Fraser, Vedder, Harrison, Stave
Distance from Vancouver: 40 - 80 minutes
The boats are used for access only - we fish from shore
Upper Pitt River Fly Fishing
This Catch & Release Fly fishing adventure is rated as one of North America's best!!
Available May 15 to July 7. River conditions pending. Not Recommended for anyone under 16.
Read our blog article on Upper Pitt River Fly Fishing
GETTING TO THE UPPER PITT
Access to the Upper Pitt River's fly fishing paradise is by our deluxe covered jet boats located 40 minutes from downtown Vancouver on Pitt Lake. Our boats travel 30 minutes northward on this ultra scenic lake and then into the Upper Pitt River river. Prime runs hold lots of sea-run Dolly Varden & resident Bull Trout. On the remote Upper Pitt you can expect breath taking scenery, fantastic fly fishing, and wildlife such as Bears, Deer and Elk.
Helicopter trips can also be arranged. This will get you into spots where no one else can. Please ask for details.
BIG TROUT LIVE HERE!
Aggressive sea-run Dolly Varden Trout and resident Bull Trout are plentiful and they will slam your fly! Pitt River Dollies and Bulls average 2-4 lbs but have been recorded up to 17 lbs. 6 to 10 lbs are caught frequently.
CONDITIONS ARE KEY FOR SUCCESS
The Pitt River is fed by ice fields and snow pack so conditions here are subject to weather patterns. If it's not possible to go due to poor conditions we will gladly refund your $$ or find another option that pleases you.
THE BEST TROUT FLY FISHING IN VANCOUVER!
We only provide guided fly fish here during this prime window (May 15 to July 7). This is when conditions tend to be ideal. The remote setting and a 100% Catch & Release program has made this one of North America's Best Trout fly fishing venues!
8 hr Fly Fishing Upper Pitt River
– May 15 to July 7 –
Includes all high end fly gear, waders, boots, coaching, photos/video taking
Trips depart from Grant Narrows Regional Park on Pitt Lake located 60 minutes from downtown Vancouver
1 person 1050
2 persons 1250
3 + persons N/A
Rates are NOT per person and in Cdn $. Not included: licenses and gratuities.
Salmon fly fishing in the Fraser River Valley
Our Jet Boats are required for all Fraser Valley Salmon trips
Pursue wild Pacific Salmon on the Fraser River and it's many productive tributaries such as the Harrison, Stave, Vedder & Nicomen
Swing your fly in front of thousands of migrating Chum, Coho, Chinook & Pink Salmon as they return from the ocean to start the spawning cycle. We only target the fresh ones. We won't put you on top of beat up spawners. Access is by our custom jet boats that depart from Mission or the Harrison River boat launch.
Chums, Coho & Pink salmon are perfect for fly fishing due to their aggressive behaviour. They fight like crazy and will certainly burn your arms with their relentless stamina! Catches of dozens per rod each day are common.
Most Salmon can be caught with our single hand rods or your own double hand/spey or switch rods. 8 – 10 weights are perfect and essential.
We always supply our own custom tied flies.
We also provide Fraser River multi day fly fishing packages with lodging.
Just request our free brochure today!
Salmon Fly fishing trips in the Fraser river valley
Available October 7 to November 15
6h Fraser Valley Salmon Fly Fishing
– Available September 7 to late November –
Includes all tackle & waders.
Trips depart from Mission, or Harrison Mills BC
1 person $775
2 persons $775
3 persons $825
4 persons $875
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8h Fraser Valley Salmon Fly Fishing
– Available September 7 to late November –
Includes all tackle & waders.
Trips depart from Mission or Harrison Mills BC
1 person $850
2 persons $900
3 persons $1000
4 persons $1100
10 hr Fraser Valley Salmon Fly Fishing
– Available September 7 to October 21 –
Includes all tackle & waders.
Trips depart from Mission or Harrison Mills BC
1 person $995
2 persons $1100
3 persons $1250
4 persons $1400
Rates are NOT per person and in Cdn $. Not included: licenses and gratuities.
Fraser River Valley Fly Fishing Images:
Cast us your request!
You are always welcome to call us at 1-604-864-5445
When booking our professional guide service you will experience the finest in Big Game Sturgeon Fishing, Salmon Fishing, Steelhead Fishing and Fly Fishing.
We have been licensed professional fishing guides since 1996 and take pride in delivering a top rated service.
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