Quebec Salmon Matane River Quebec Salmon

Matane River Quebec Salmon

Matane River Quebec Salmon. Want to feel connected to nature and experience an emotional adventure? Find yourself in some of Quebec’s most beautiful wilderness… Go fishing for thrills… memories… challenges… to stories. Go tease the king of the rivers and fight a battle with one of the most combative fish in the world, the Atlantic salmon. Accessible to all, salmon fishing is an activity for every wallet! There are over 60 salmon rivers in Quebec, and no matter where you are in the province, you’re just one river away from salmon fishing! Whether you’re with the family, on your own or with friends, here’s what’s waiting for you!

SALMON FISHING IS AN ACTIVITY FOR ALL BUDGETS AND ALL AGES.

With family, friends or alone, discover the most beautiful landscapes in Quebec. There are some sixty salmon rivers in Quebec. Whether you’re in Sept-Îles, Montreal, Rivière-du-Loup or Carleton, there’s always a salmon river running nearby. What are you waiting for to set off on your adventure?

WHEN CAN I FISH?

Generally speaking, the Atlantic salmon sport fishing season in Quebec runs from May 15 to September 30*.The sea trout fishing season lasts until October*, with fishing periods varying according to the river.

HOW TO CATCH SALMON?

In most Quebec rivers, only fly fishing is permitted during the salmon fishing season. A single fly Outside the salmon-fishing season, for example during the sea-trout season, two artificial flies with a maximum of three tacks are permitted.

WHY A RIGHT OF ACCESS?

A right of access gives you permission to fish in the targeted area. There are two types of fishing areas on salmon rivers:

• sectors where access is not subject to quotas (non-quota sector), i.e. where there is no daily limit on the number of anglers;
• sectors where access is restricted, with a daily limit on the number of anglers. Fishing rights in this type of sector are allocated by drawing lots.

CAN I KEEP MY PLUGS?

There are limits for fish caught, taken and released:

• size (for example, it is forbidden to keep salmon smaller than 30 cm)
• daily and annual sampling :
  • by fishermen
  • by river

What’s more, at certain times of year and/or on certain rivers, catch-and-release, also known as salmon graciation, may be mandatory. It is important to always refer to the Ministry’ s website for this information.

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