Fraser River Sturgeon Fishing Report: Giant October White Sturgeon Near Vancouver: October 2, 2026

Fraser River Sturgeon Fishing Report: Giant October White Sturgeon Near Vancouver: October 2, 2026

October sturgeon fishing on the Fraser River is firing on all cylinders.  Trophy white sturgeon are feeding hard, charging through the Lower Fraser, and delivering unforgettable battles.  PA guide Josh Lo was back on the water this week aboard our 22-foot Thunder Jet, putting guests into giant fish just minutes from Vancouver. 

A fish of a lifetime, this massive Fraser River white sturgeon stretched longer than four anglers standing side by side. 

This is one of the most exciting times of year for Fraser River sturgeon fishing.  As salmon push into the river, hungry white sturgeon switch into feeding mode and the giants come alive. Warm autumn water fuels explosive runs, backbreaking battles, and spectacular airborne jumps. For anglers chasing a true trophy, peak Lower Fraser sturgeon season is here. 

 

Another incredible trophy white sturgeon landed on one of this week’s guided Lower Fraser River fishing trips with Pacific Angler. 

Ready to experience the power of a giant white sturgeon?  October is prime time to book a guided Fraser River sturgeon fishing trip near Vancouver.  The Lower Fraser offers world-class trophy fishing only minutes from downtown, with hard-fighting fish and nonstop potential for the catch of a lifetime.  Peak season will not last forever, get on the water while these prehistoric giants are at their most active. 

 

Big fish on every trip—another Lower Fraser River giant and a front-row view of North America’s largest freshwater fish.