Nanaimo
River, Vancouver Island
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The Nanaimo River
flows east through the Nanaimo Lakes chain and crosses Highway 1 approximately
14km south of Nanaimo city centre.
The fishable length of the Nanaimo River is 10km, with excellent
access via paved roads and trails (Nanaimo Lakes Road and Thatcher
Road).
The lower portion of the Nanaimo River, below Highway 19, provides
good open water for drifting.
The Nanaimo River
is a moderately sized stream, noted for its relatively late run of
steelhead, which peaks during the period February to March. Cutthroat
and rainbow trout are plentiful. Angling pressure is moderate.
Ask the locals to direct you to the Bore Hole, a very popular steelhead
spot.
Nearest Town:
Nanaimo
Nearest Lake: Nanaimo Lakes
Nearest Park: Petroglyph Provincial
Park
Additional Info: Campsites are available at First Lake (Nanaimo
Lakes). A launching site is available at the rest stop on the south
side of the highway crossing of the river. Launch below the dam.
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