Burrard Inlet

Saltwater
Inlet

Burrard Inlet

Saltwater
Inlet

Sq. miles: 44
Boat Ramps: 0
Access Points: 0
Species: 19

Burrard Inlet is a significant saltwater fjord extending approximately 23 miles (37 km) eastward from the Strait of Georgia into the Metro Vancouver region. It is a deep, tidal inlet fed by mountain streams like the Capilano and Seymour rivers, characterized by strong tidal currents and a mix of estuarine and marine water conditions. This dynamic environment supports a variety of marine fish species, making it a notable destination for both shore and boat anglers within the urban landscape.

Species & education

Learn what type of fish are at Burrard Inlet and what's needed to catch them.

Find which waters have the species you want to catch

Black Rockfish

Sebastes melanops

Cabezon

Scorpaenichthys marmoratus

Chinook Salmon

Oncorhynchus tshawytscha

Chum Salmon

Oncorhynchus keta

Coastal Cutthroat Trout

Coho Salmon

Oncorhynchus kisutch

Copper Rockfish

Sebastes caurinus

Kelp Greenling

Hexagrammos decagrammus

Lingcod

Ophiodon elongatus

Pacific Cod

Gadus macrocephalus

Pacific Herring

Clupea pallasii

Pink Salmon

Oncorhynchus gorbuscha

Quillback Rockfish

Sebastes maliger

Sablefish

Anoplopoma fimbria

Sockeye Salmon

Oncorhynchus nerka

Starry Flounder

White Sturgeon

Wolf-eel

Anarrhichthys ocellatus

Yelloweye Rockfish

Sebastes ruberrimus

Fishing spots, boat ramps & amenities

Learn how to get on Burrard Inlet. Uncover great fishing access points, boat ramps, and all the facilities you need for an unforgettable day on the water. Some locations shown may border or include private property. Always check property boundaries and applicable regulations before visiting. onWater's Public & Private Land layer can help you plan your access with confidence.

Productive areas include the saltwater flats near the mouth of the Capilano River, which are accessible with a tidal licence. The deep pools in the canyon near the Capilano River Hatchery are also popular, though this refers more to the river itself. The estuarine zones where the Seymour and Capilano rivers enter the inlet are prime locations to intercept migrating salmon.

Know where you can legally fish on Burrard Inlet

See public and private land boundaries along the water, turn on private parcels with owner details to know where permission is required, and find land-trust parcels that offer permitted fishing access.

Bc licenses and regulations

No licenses or regulations available for Bc.

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