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Splake

Salvelinus namaycush x fontinalis

Max Length
100 cm
Max Weight
10 kg
Water Type
freshwater
Fishing Spots
282

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Nightcrawlers

    Effective on a hook or rigged on a jighead.

  • Minnows

    Shiners or dace are good choices.

  • Mealworms

    Good for ice fishing and casting.

  • Waxworms

    Attracts fish with their scent and movement.

Artificial Lures

  • Mepps Aglia #3Spinner

    Classic choice, effective in varying conditions.

    Buy
  • Rapala Original Floater 07Crankbait

    Trolled or cast, imitates injured baitfish.

    Buy
  • Daredevle SpoonSpoon

    Retrieve with an erratic action for best results.

    Buy
  • Tube JigJig

    Hop along the bottom for best results

    Buy
  • Mister Twister Curly Tail GrubSoft Plastic

    Versatile, can be rigged many ways.

    Buy

Techniques

Splake often hold near structure or drop-offs, so focus your efforts in those areas; vary your retrieve until you find what they're hitting.

Where to Find Splake

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Splake?+

Popular baits for Splake include Nightcrawlers, Minnows, Mealworms, Waxworms, Mepps Aglia #3. Tip: Splake often hold near structure or drop-offs, so focus your efforts in those areas; vary your retrieve until you find what they're hitting.

Where can I catch Splake?+

Splake can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Ontario, Canada; Maine, United States; Utah, United States. WikiCatch lists 282 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Splake get?+

Splake (Salvelinus namaycush x fontinalis) can reach up to 100 cm in length and 10 kg in weight.

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