Photo © Courtesy of Coastal Springs Float Lodge
You might not expect to find an exclusive hideaway floating just off the coast of Vancouver, but when you lift off from the harbour on a floatplane and land 80 minutes later in the heart of British Columbia’s Baronet Passage, you’ll know you’re in for a treat.
Welcome to Coastal Springs Float Lodge. Since 1977, this family-run lodge has been a well-kept secret among anglers, who return again and again for the incredible fishing and breathtaking wildlife.
Next-Level Exclusivity
When you’re looking for a quiet escape in a place that feels entirely yours, Coastal Springs is the place to go. With a maximum capacity of just eight guests, this level of exclusivity is only found here.
Gather a group of six friends or family members, and the entire lodge becomes yours—a private, all-inclusive fishing escape where your only neighbours are orcas, humpbacks, and the towering evergreens of the Pacific coast. Why choose scale and size when you could opt for small, personal, and unforgettable?
Reel It In
The moment your line hits the water, you’ll understand why Coastal Springs has earned its reputation. These sheltered, calm waters are among the richest marine ecosystems on the coast, teeming with all five species of Pacific salmon, as well as halibut and lingcod.
But serious anglers will let you in on a secret: the Chinook (King) salmon are genetically larger here than almost anywhere else, and the pursuit of this catch is what brings them back year after year.
Each fishing day is fully guided, with expert career guides (some of whom have been part of the lodge’s story since the 70s) coaching you one-on-one, whether it’s your first cast or your hundredth.
You’ll fish from comfortable, well-equipped boats just five to 15 minutes from the lodge, so you can make the most of your fishing experience without battling the waves. And when the day’s catch is done, the lodge’s full fish-processing service ensures your bounty is cleaned, filleted, vacuum-packed, and frozen—all you have to do is reel it in!
Wildlife Wonderland
While your trip is as exclusive as it gets, you’ll be sharing the land with a host of wildlife. Keep your eyes peeled for orcas and humpbacks, Minke whales, sea lions and seals while you’re out on the water, as well as eagles soaring overhead. Back on land, you may just spot black bears and grizzlies in the distance.
The wild Pacific Coast is full of treasures like these, and Coastal Springs is dedicated to preserving them. The lodge leads by example: encouraging guests to release larger fish, practicing proper handling techniques, and contributing to salmon research through DNA sampling in collaboration with DFO and UBC.
This year alone, the team raised over $10,000 to help rebuild the Telegraph Cove Whale Interpretive Centre, a vital part of the coast’s conservation efforts. True stewards of the land, the lodge understands that conservation is a win-win for the guests that return year after year and the wildlife companions that live here year-round.
Effortless Adventure
Despite its remote location, getting to the island is simple: all you have to do is show up at the floatplane dock in Vancouver. Everything else is taken care of: gourmet meals paired with fine wines, top-notch fishing gear, cold-weather clothing, boat fuel, expert guiding, and full licensing. You won’t lift a finger unless it’s to set the hook.
And with excellent deals on remaining 2025 dates and a special opportunity to book your 2026 trip at 2025 prices, there’s never been a better time to plan your getaway.
Visit coastalsprings.net to learn more and book your trip.
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Fully guided, All-Inclusive fishing for small groups, up to 8 guests. Your own private fishing lodge since 1977.