Cordova Bay

Saltwater
Bay

Cordova Bay

Saltwater
Bay

Sq. miles: 1.6
Boat Ramps: 0
Access Points: 0
Species: 8

Cordova Bay is a scenic saltwater bay on the eastern shore of the Saanich Peninsula within the Capital Regional District of British Columbia. This inshore marine environment, bounded by points from Albert Head to the north, offers a mix of sandy beaches, rocky shorelines, and deeper channels that attract a variety of nearshore saltwater species. The area is part of the broader tidal waters of the Salish Sea and is managed under specific federal fishing regulations for the region.

Species & education

Learn what type of fish are at Cordova Bay and what's needed to catch them.

Find which waters have the species you want to catch

Chinook Salmon

Oncorhynchus tshawytscha

Chum Salmon

Oncorhynchus keta

Coastal Cutthroat Trout

Coho Salmon

Oncorhynchus kisutch

Kelp Greenling

Hexagrammos decagrammus

Lingcod

Ophiodon elongatus

Pacific Herring

Clupea pallasii

Starry Flounder

Fishing spots, boat ramps & amenities

Learn how to get on Cordova Bay. 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.

Key locations include the James Island Pier and the surrounding James Island Green Space area, which provides access to the waters of Saanichton Bay and Cordova Channel. The wharf there is a historically popular fishing spot. The broader shoreline of Cordova Bay itself, from the southern points to the northern extent, offers opportunities from both sandy beaches and rocky outcrops. Underwater structures such as reefs, channels, and drop-offs are prime areas to target species like Lingcod.

Know where you can legally fish on Cordova Bay

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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