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Wild Salmon Rivers of Canada
Canada's west coast rivers once teemed with wild Pacific salmon, as tens of millions of these natural wonders made their annual journey from the river to the sea. But with the march of development now only four major wild salmon rivers remain in Canada.
Taku – The Taku River Watershed is the traditional territory of the Taku River Tlingit First Nation, as well as home to plants and animals from seven 'biogeoclimatic zones' (geographic regions that are unique because of their climate and the plants that grow there), including all five species of wild Pacific salmon.
Stikine – The Stikine River is an iconic landscape. It is home to the Tahltan Nation and often referred to as the 'Serengeti of the North' for its abundance of large mammals.
Skeena – The second largest river watershed in BC, the Skeena is home to many First Nations and supports an impressive salmon-based economy.
Nass – Home to the Nisga'a First Nation, the Nass River watershed is known for its people, fishing, and impressive volcanic landscape.
