Morice River, Skeena Region, British Columbia, Canada

Morice River

British Columbia

Where is Morice River?

Morice River (54.2368, -127.0248), located in Skeena Region, British Columbia, Canada spans 789.2 hectares (approximately 1950 acres or 7.9 square kilometers).

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What does Morice River have?

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About Morice River

Steelhead season on the Morice River is not to be missed. This river attracts anglers from all over the world, providing exceptional adventure in spectacular surroundings.

Try fishing dry flies with a waking technique. The objective is to create a wake, or a V pattern behind the fly for the steelhead to cue on. The trailing wake needs to be big enough so that it can be seen by the fish.

In slow-moving clear water, a smaller wake will work, but as the turbulence and turbidity increase, the size of the wake needs to be larger in order to be seen by feeding fish.

This works best in shady areas, or before the sun is fully up. Try fishing areas where there is a distinctive drop-off, such as around rocks. Put a bit of bend on the line and cast across on a 45-degree angle.

Keep the salmon openings in mind when you venture out, and check specific dates each year. Before heading out to fish this wild river, remember that special regulations apply to this fishery. There are two sets of regulations that must be consulted—the B.C. Freshwater Fishing Regulations, and the Freshwater Salmon Supplement, produced by the Department of Fisheries and Oceans. Freshwater regulations changed in 2013, including day-specific and resident-specific openings.

ABOUT THE RIVER

The Morice River emerges from the north end of Morice Lake and runs for more than 80 kilometres to the confluence of the Bulkley River near Houston.

Five species of salmon are known to inhabit this system, including chinook, pink, chum, sockeye, coho and steelhead. While the Morice River is known for its excellent salmon fishing, it is also home to trout, including rainbow, cutthroat and Dolly Varden.

RIVER ACCESS

From Terrace, head east along Highway 16 to the town of Houston. Turn right (south) onto the Morice River Forest Service Road (FSR), which winds along the Morice River for nearly its entire length.

There are several recreation sites located along the forestry road that offer locations to fish or put in a pontoon boat. See map for general location of recreation sites.

Events

2026 Creston Valley Rod & Gun Club Members Annual Fish Derby

Live • Ends Jan 1, 2027

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Lodging and Camping

Aspen

This 8-unit campsite is located along the Morice River, which is well known for its fishing but is also as an excellent destination for canoe trippers who have moving water experience. Foot bridge beside Morice River is closed due to maintenance requirements until further notice.

Morice FSR.

17.5 km on Morice FSR.

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Steelhead season on the Morice River is not to be missed. This river attracts anglers from all over the world, providing exceptional adventure in spectacular surroundings. Try fishing dry flies with a waking technique. The objective is to create a wake, or a V pattern behind the fly for the steelhead to cue on. The trailing wake needs to be big enough so that it can be seen by the fish. In slow-moving clear water, a smaller wake will work, but as the turbulence and turbidity increase, the size of the wake needs to be larger in order to be seen by feeding fish. This works best in shady areas, or before the sun is fully up. Try fishing areas where there is a distinctive drop-off, such as around rocks. Put a bit of bend on the line and cast across on a 45-degree angle. Before heading out to fish this wild river, remember that special regulations apply to this fishery. There are two sets of regulations that must be consulted—the B.C. Freshwater Fishing Regulations, and the Freshwater Salmon Supplement, produced by the Department of Fisheries and Oceans. ABOUT THE RIVER The Morice River emerges from the north end of Morice Lake and runs for more than 80 kilometres to the confluence of the Bulkley River near Houston. Five species of salmon are known to inhabit this system, including chinook, pink, chum, sockeye, coho and steelhead. While the Morice River is known for its excellent salmon fishing, it is also home to trout, including rainbow, cutthroat and Dolly Varden. RIVER ACCESS From Terrace, head east along Highway 16 to the town of Houston. Turn right (south) onto the Morice River Forest Service Road (FSR), which winds along the Morice River for nearly its entire length. There are several recreation sites located along the forestry road that offer locations to fish or put in a pontoon boat. See map for general location of recreation sites.