salmon fishing tackleQueen Charlotte Lodge provides a full range of services for the angler - from the beginner through to the seasoned veteran. Our fleet of custom-built aluminum boats is specially designed for performance and safety. Whether you choose to fish on your own or with one of our professional guides, you can be sure we’ll work hard to provide you with the fishing adventure experience of a lifetime!

QCL Special fishing boatThe “QCL Special” from Eagle Craft makes up the bulk of our unguided fleet.  This 17 ft. welded aluminum fishing boat features a centre-console helm for comfortable and confident operation on the fishing grounds.  Powered by smooth-running Mercury 75 hp 4-stroke engines, new each year, these deluxe fishing machines are perfectly built for the job.

QCL Premium fishing boatIn response to a growing demand for a larger fishing boat offering more room, more horsepower and more features, our fleet of deluxe 22 foot Motion Marines has grown to 12 vessels.   These boats are available first-come, first-served - with or without a guide.

QCL Premium fishing boatThey are fully equipped with electric downriggers, Sirius satellite radios and canopies for anglers who want to fish in greater comfort and use more options to find their fish.  These centre-console vessels can accommodate 4 people in comfort with 115 hp to get back to the lodge and not be late for dinner!  Call today to find out how you can be using one of these beauties on your trip!

QCL custom mooching tackleIndulge yourself with one of our deluxe tackle packages!  Experience the thrill of using the “Cadillac” of salmon outfits, the Islander MR2 and MR3!  You can enjoy these amazing salmon reels perfectly matched with a Lamiglass mooching rod custom-built for Queen Charlotte Lodge.

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Saltwater Flyfishing Action Beckons!

Last year we introduced some great new equipment for our guests to enjoy the great sport of angling for saltwater salmon on the cast fly. These new 8 weight , 9 foot graphite fly rods from Scott are perfectly matched to the ultra smooth Ross Cimarron 4 fly reel. Ask for it at the Pro Shop to take advantage of the large numbers of silver Coho we'll be seeing this summer!