Qualicum
River
The Qualicum River is a small stream that flows northeast from Horne
Lake and crosses Highway 19 approximately 15km northwest of Qualicum
Beach.
The fishable length of the river is 10km, with access by hiking from
the Big Qualicum (Hatchery) Project parking area, west off Highway
19, on a well-signed road.
Angling pressure
is heavy in areas near the hatchery, but diminishes to light pressure
in the upstream stretches. Access to the river downstream from the
hatchery is restricted.
In addition to the steelhead fishery, this stream provides some
good flyfishing for coho salmon, with good fall runs of chinook,
coho and chum salmon. Cutthroat trout are also present.
Nearest Towns:
Qualicum Beach, Bowser
Nearest Lake: Horne Lake
Nearest Park: Horne
Lake Caves Provincial Park
Additional Info: Camping is available at Horne Lake.
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