Bella Coola River
British Columbia

Where is Bella Coola River?

Bella Coola River (52.4086, -126.4205), located in Cariboo Chilcotin Region, Area 8, British Columbia, Canada stretches 62.66 kilometers (approximately 38.94 miles).

Which fish can I catch at Bella Coola River?

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Lodging and Camping

Located approximately 55 minutes from Bella Coola, the site is usually accessible April - October. The main features of this site are its sandy riverside beach and angling opportunities with Chinook running in the spring and Coho in the fall. No tenting permitted, as this site is frequented by bears.

From Bella Coola, travel approximately 45 minutes east on Highway 20 turning right onto Talchako FSR and across the Talchako River bridge. Turn right onto the Noomst FSR and travel for approx. 1km turning right at the McCall Flats sign. The rec site is located 1km down the road.

This site is located at the top of the Lost Lake Trail overlooking the community of Hagensborg. There are two viewpoints in the area with views of the Nusatsum and Bella Coola valleys. There are a few locations to tent closer to the lake.

Heading east on Highway 20, turn onto Saloompt Road and travel for approximately 2.5km, veering right at the "Y" in the road. After the road changes to gravel, travel another 1.0km up, and continue right at the main intersection (East Salloompt FSR) and go up the hill 0.5km and right again at the top of the hill. Follow this road for 3km to the parking area and trail head. The camp site is located at the end of the Lost Lake Trail.

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3 years ago

My first salmon I've ever caught, it was raining most the morning and then the clouds parted and the rod tip went down, I was able to bring in this healthy Chum doe.with my best friend at my side.

7 years ago