June Fishing

June Fishing

On the first of June many rivers in our region have high water.  Normally this is bad news for salmon fishermen but in Newfoundland we have a healthy run of fish coming into most rivers at this time of year.  There are two rivers in particular in our region where these early season conditions are ideal.  South West River and Bottom Brook are the rivers we focus on in early June.  There are a good  number of easily accessible pools, with easy to moderate wading.  South West River is a perfect stream for a float fishing day trip in our Water Master rafts.  This method of fishing is a favorite for guides and clients alike.  While fishing from our Water Masters rafts we can cover 15-20 km of river a day.  The biggest advantage is you’re not limited to one section of river for the entire day.  If there are no fish in a certain pool we simply move on to the next one.  There is no better way to enjoy a day of fishing.

June is also the best time of year to take advantage of or trout and landlocked salmon fishing in none scheduled waters.  Deer Lake witch flows into the lower Humber River has great fishing for Brook Trout ranging in size from ½ lb - 5lbs.  In late May and early June, live or artificial bait on spinning gear is usually most effective but in most areas fish can be taken on fly. Grand Lake witch is about an hours drive from our home lodge has some amazing fishing for Trout and Landlocked Salmon.  The Trout on Grand Lake range in size from ½ lb - 5lbs and the Landlocked Salmon range from ½ lb - 8 lbs.

The last week of June one of the largest runs of Atlantic Salmon in North America begins to hit the Upper Humber River.  During a two to three week period 15,000 - 20,000 Salmon travel up the river. At this time anglers can experience some outstanding fly fishing, with hundreds of fresh fish swimming through the pools daily.  Salmon in this run generally range in size 3 - 7 lbs, but there are some Salmon in the 10 - 20 lb class.