The Blackwater River, in British Columbia, is home to some of the best dry fly fishing for wild native rainbows anywhere. These aggressive Blackwater trout take drys on the surface consistently. Caddis and stonefly hatches are frequent; we use large flies, 6 to 10 size.

Most often, we fly to the river after breakfast with or without a guide, wade and fish until afternoon, then return to the lodge in time for dinner. When water levels permit, we fly into one of the better sections of the river and float with a pontoon raft and fish many great runs, being picked up at the end of the day by the float plane and returning to the lodge comforts. Catches of 50 trout are common, with a majority in the 1.5 pound range; some go up to 4 pounds. Regulations are barbless hooks, flies only. Our guides favorite dry flies are Elk Hair Caddis, Stimulator, and Royal Wullf in sizes 8 to 14. Madam X in size 6 & 4 is good during stonefly hatch. Most common rods used are 3 to 6 weight.

Peak Times Blackwater River - June 15 through August Fly-outs to other waters - July through September Outpost camps - June 15 through September Wildlife viewing - May 20 through September Hiking - May 20 through September Rafting - May 20 through July

Fly Fishing the Blackwater River, British Columbia. Experience BC's Blackwater River. Stay at Moose Lake Lodge, an Orvis Endorsed fly fishing lodge in the wilderness of British Columbia. This can be wild rainbow trout fishing at its best. Guided or unguided trips.

For reservations and information contact: Moose Lake Lodge Box 3310 Anahim Lake, BC V0L 1C0 Phone: (250) 742-3535 Email: mooslk@telus.net Preferred way to contact our office is by email