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Unlike most road accessed rivers in BC, the Sustut is so far from civilization and such a short system that it is cheaper and more efficient to fish with one of the two lodges on the river than do a diy float trip. That means the Sustut receives very limited use outside of the two fishing lodges. Additionally, our fishing program is set in cooperation with Suskeena Lodge so that anglers at both lodges will enjoy their piece of the Sustut for the day on their own. This allows for a fun atmosphere focused on fishing at a relaxed pace that you won't find on other rivers. Our boats get on the water just after breakfast and return straight to the lodge for appetizers and drinks--zero highway time, no boat launch line up or delays and, most importantly, it means you don't have to get up at the crack of dark so you can get fresh water. On the Sustut we set our program to take advantage of the warmer hours of the day when fish are more active. When it comes to fresh water, it's all yours, all day long.
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The Fishing
Whether you are a single hander or spey fishermen, our guides are there to help and instruct. They rank among the most patient and experienced guides in the industry. Under no circumstances will you find yourself dumped in a run with a radio or fishing four to a boat. And while our guides are passionate anglers, they have all been hired to make sure your fishing is the best it can be. Translated, that means you won't be watching your guide jumping a fish while you're struggling with a cast.
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Accommodations
Located on the banks of the Sustut River, Steelhead Valhalla Lodge consists of charming hand hewn log structures built in the 50's--all fully renovated in 2017 and 2018. The lodge is an expansive, well appointed structure with ample space for gourmet meals, appetizers, drinks and camaraderie. The individual cabins are the nicest in the business. Each cabin has a covered porch, view of the river, plenty of storage for gear, a sitting area to relax beside a wood stove(lit daily by our crew), and a full private bathroom. We may be in the middle of wilderness, but there is no comfort or amenity sacrificed. For snorers, we have a limited number of single accommodations available at no up-charge.
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Why Steelhead Valhalla Lodge
The
Sustut is truly a jewel that is for the most part largely unknown except among a core group of fanatics that fish the river on an annual basis hoping to crack the magic
30 pound mark for Steelhead.
On that note, there are few rivers where it is even possible. On the Skeena these include
the Babine, Kispiox or the Sustut. The Sustut river is in our estimation the finest of these large race steelhead waters. It has several advantages, including no crowds, clear water (it is generally the last river to blow out) and its fish are huge...built for a long cold winter.
Itinerary in brief
| Arrive in Smithers from Vancouver on an evening flight via Air Canada. Our representative will meet you at the airport and coordinate your transfer to your hotel. Overnight in Smithers. |
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Depart Smithers by private air charter at 10 a.m. Arrive at the lodge around 11:30 am. Lunch at the lodge, followed by unpacking. Fish on own if desirable. Days 3-7 are full days of guided fishing.
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| Depart lodge after breakfast. Return to Smithers arriving at 1 p.m. whether permitting. Depart Smithers on an evening flight via Air Canada or overnight in Smithers and depart the following morning. |
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