Sturgeon

Sturgeon can be found throughout the Fraser Valley and can grow to 10 feet. These fish can be caught all year though best fishing is between March & November. It is believed that at some point in the life cycle, larger sturgeon migrate to the ocean and will travel to other river systems and ocean estuaries. As to why they do this, there is much speculation about sturgeon habits, not much is known about this prehistoric creature. A few years back, a tagged Columbia River sturgeon was recaptured in Alaska. It is thought that these migrating sturgeon will return to their native river for peak fishing periods and spawning.

There are two major feeding periods when sturgeon fishing is at its best; April- June and September- November. During the winter months most fish being caught are smaller, 2 to 4 feet is average. Once spring sets in, larger fish begin to migrate from Upper Fraser, Harrison L , Pitt L and the ocean awaiting the arrival of the eulichan. In April the annual migration of the eulichans begin. This is the first opportunity for some serious feeding by both small & larger fish. Size average will increase to 3-5 ft, and chances of catching those monster trophy size fish are very good. The second major feeding period is when the sockeye salmon enter the Fraser, the sturgeon will strategically place themselves below popular fishing areas and will feed heavily on salmon parts discarded by anglers. They will also feed on salmon eggs and whole live and dead fish. This is the last major feeding period before winter sets in and food becomes scarce so feeding periods are long and fish are very aggressive towards good baits.