Ounasjoki

Ounasjoki cuts through Lappi, Finland and offers classic river fishing. The local patterns are the universal river patterns: fish the heads of pools at first light, the deep slow water in the middle of the day, and the tail-outs as light fades. Light tackle and a careful drift go a long way at Ounasjoki — heavy splashes spook a whole pool.

Location

66.5000, 25.7500 · View on OpenStreetMap →

Species at This Spot

Northern pikeEuropean graylingIdeBrown troutRainbow troutEuropean perch

Fishing Techniques

• For Northern pike

  Vary your retrieval speed and add pauses to entice strikes, especially in colder water.

• For European grayling

  Grayling often hold in deeper runs and pools, so focus your efforts there using a drifting technique to present your bait naturally.

• For Ide

  Use a slow, steady retrieve with spinners and crankbaits, especially when the water is cold, to give the Ide a chance to strike.

Recommended Gear

Tackle commonly used to target the species at Ounasjoki.

Plan Your Trip

Anglers heading to Ounasjoki should sort licences and confirm seasonal regulations for Lappi before the trip. A quick weather check the morning of helps too — wind direction in particular can make or break a session at a spot like Ounasjoki.

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