Gaspé Coastal Experience, East Coast Canada

Gaspe Coastal Experience offers an unparalleled fly fishing experience in the heart of Cascapedia-Saint-Jules, Quebec. The rivers of Chaleur Bay are legendary for their bounty and the flats are expansive and unpressured. Whether you are targeting Atlantic salmon, striped bass or native sea-run brook trout, Gaspé Coastal Experience provides access to some of the most pristine fishing waters in Eastern Canada. 

Tailored packages in world class fisheries

Gaspé Coastal Experience will tailor six night, five day packages designed to suit anglers of all skill levels. If you are prepared to arrive at Gaspé with an open mind, then you can take advantage of the best performing fishery to get the most out of a trip. The beauty of Gaspé is that it offers three distinctly different fisheries that all perform differently through the summer and the myriad weather conditions you find here. Atlantic salmon provide challenge and adventure in unspoiled river environments, sight fishing to small groups or hundreds of schooled striped bass is an experience known by only a few, while native sea-run brook trout will take you deep into the backcountry exploring remote stretches of water far off the beaten path. Seasoned guides will offer expert tips and best techniques to enjoy productive days on the water.

Atlantic salmon are generally fished from a boat, with anglers floating from pool to pool in a canoe navigated by your guide. Most fishing is conducted on the Grand Cascapedia, Petite Cascapedia and Bonaventure Rivers and you can expect to spend about eight hours on the water. Striped bass are generally targeted from poled skiffs with anglers taking turns to cast from the bow. When conditions permit it is also possible to walk and wade. Early in the season anglers can expect to see tailing and blitzing fish as the striped bass feed actively, as the season progresses the chance to encounter large schools of flashing fish allows for incredible sight fishing opportunities. The ability to get out onto the ocean is weather dependant so be prepared for the occasional change of plan. If sea-run brook trout are on the agenda then you’ll head into the backcountry, exploring remote stretches of water off the beaten path. It’s not for the faint hearted but the effort is well worth it with many anglers likening it to the wild pristine fishing found in New Zealand. You can wade the rugged terrain or fish from a canoe and should expect to spend a full day on the water fishing for these vibrant, hard-fighting trout.

Historic river bank property 

Accommodation is at Nadeau House, an historically rich property on the banks of the Grand Cascapedia River. This beautifully restored 19th century home offers a perfect blend of history, comfort and unparalleled river access. Originally built on the site of a bustling sawmill, the lodge has been sympathetically renovated to preserve its rustic charm while offering all the comforts of modern hospitality. Nadeau House accommodates eight rods in six cozy queen bedrooms and two king rooms, each sharing a bathroom between two rooms. Guests can look forward to a carefully curated menu that highlights the region’s ingredients, from fresh Atlantic seafood to seasonal farm produce. As well as an in-house fly shop, visitors will find a fully equipped fly-shop just a stone’s throw away. Non anglers are welcome to enjoy the lodge’s amenities, scenic walks and explore the local area. 

Access 

The easiest way to access Gaspé Coastal Experience is to take an Air Canada flight from Montreal to Bathurst, New Brunswick. From here it is a scenic one and a half hour drive to the lodge.