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Crab Shack SportfishingFishing outfitter

In Sooke, Vancouver Island, BC·GPS coordinates : 48.3670° N, 123.7324° W

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Key species
Chinook salmon · Coho salmon · Pacific halibut

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Ocean salmon and halibut fishing charters in Sooke, Vancouver Island

Crab Shack Sportfishing is a fishing outfitter in the heart of Vancouver Island, Bc. Featured species: Chinook salmon, Coho salmon and Pacific halibut. About 2 h 13 drive from Vancouver.

The territory

Where the outfitter is located

Crab Shack Sportfishing is located in Vancouver Island, British Columbia. The closest service town is Sooke.

Species on the territory

  • Chinook salmon
  • Coho salmon
  • Pacific halibut
  • Lingcod
  • Rockfish
  • Pink salmon
Activities & rates

Crab Shack Sportfishing packages

Packages — Fishing

Half Day Fishing Charter

On request

Half-day saltwater sportfishing charter in Sooke for salmon and halibut, guided aboard a fully equipped 27.5-foot boat.

  • 1 to 6 people
  • European (No meals)
  • No lodging
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Full Day Fishing Charter

On request

Full-day saltwater sportfishing charter targeting salmon and halibut off Sooke with an experienced guide.

  • 1 days
  • 1 to 6 people
  • European (No meals)
  • No lodging
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Hunting and fishing

Species and practices offered at Crab Shack Sportfishing

Fishing

What fish species can you catch at Crab Shack Sportfishing?

The following fish species can be caught at Crab Shack Sportfishing, Vancouver Island, BC: Chinook salmon, Coho salmon, Pacific halibut, Lingcod, Rockfish, Pink salmon.

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6947 West Coast Road, Sooke

The outfitter is located at 6947 West Coast Road in Sooke, on Vancouver Island, British Columbia. Departures take place directly from Jocks Dock marina. Free parking is available for fishing charter clients and visitors to the on-site shop.

GPS coordinatesGPS coordinates : 48.3670° N, 123.7324° W

From major cities

Vancouver
2 h 13199 km
Surrey
1 h 49164 km
Burnaby
1 h 54171 km
Richmond
1 h 45158 km
Abbotsford
2 h 22213 km
Coquitlam
2 h 01181 km

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Fish species offered
Chinook salmon, Coho salmon, Pacific halibut, Lingcod, Rockfish, Pink salmon
Drive time from Vancouver
2 h 13 (199 km)
Drive time from Surrey
1 h 49 (164 km)
About

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The outfitter

Located in Sooke on Vancouver Island, Crab Shack Sportfishing offers half-day and full-day ocean fishing trips. Led by guide Elden Smith, who brings over thirty years of local experience, excursions target salmon, halibut, and Dungeness crab. Outings take place aboard "The Duck," a 27.5-foot aluminum vessel equipped with a heated cabin and a restroom. Discounted rates for adjacent accommodations are available based on availability to complete your seaside experience.

Territory and geography

Crab Shack Sportfishing operates in the coastal region of Sooke, on the southwest coast of Vancouver Island. Operations extend across the salt waters of the Pacific Ocean, providing direct access to prime salmon, halibut, and crabbing grounds. The nautical base is located at Jocks Dock, a facility featuring two boat launches and mooring options. Access to the fishing grounds is exclusively by sea aboard the charter vessel.

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Crab Shack Sportfishing offers: Fishing. The species found on the territory are Chinook salmon, Coho salmon, Pacific halibut.

The outfitter is located at 6947 West Coast Road in Sooke, on Vancouver Island, British Columbia. Departures take place directly from Jocks Dock marina. Free parking is available for fishing charter clients and visitors to the on-site shop.

Crab Shack Sportfishing is located in Vancouver Island, Bc.

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4.9(28 reviews)

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Emily Wakeling

July 2021 · Google

We had an absolutely awesome salmon fishing adventure. The boat was ready to go and, after a short ride through the harbour, we were already on the water. We caught plenty of fish and learned a lot of things. A wonderful day!

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Shane Walton

October 2020 · Google

I had the pleasure of being invited to a staff day out with the team at Victoria 24/7 Electric. It was really awesome! A dream day: relaxing on the water, listening to stories, and fishing. The sea was calm, and you couldn't ask for a better October day on the water. We caught a few fish, but the highlight of the show was the crabs. Having never fished before, I found it fascinating to pull up the trap, weigh the crabs, and keep or release them. And to top it off, nothing beats enjoying fresh crab and fish caught the same day. The guys at Crab Shack Sport Fishing are true locals, with exciting stories about the area. I highly recommend checking out their charters. We even spotted a submarine!

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Kyle Besler

July 2020 · Google

The owner of the Crab Shack was very friendly; we bought fresh, local British Columbia prawns and they were excellent.

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Jenny C

August 2018 · Google

I booked a charter with Elden for the six of us in the morning. He was very knowledgeable and helped us catch a few nice salmon. I highly recommend Crab Shack: you will have a great day of fishing.

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Tammy Hickie

August 2017 · Google

It was our second year chartering boats with Elden and The Crab Shack. Elden is extremely knowledgeable and professional, with just the right dose of humour and good cheer. We booked two days this time and hit our crab limit both days. We (Dean Hickie, Wes Morton, and Wade Birkett) highly recommend The Crab Shack. Thanks again Elden!

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4.9 out of 5 on Google — Crab Shack Sportfishing

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