TROUT AND GRAYLING FISHING
"We catch grayling and trout mainly from our another home water - river Ounas, and it´s tributaries. Ounas river offers so much grayling fishing water that it would take years for fisher visit every spot worth while. We build the packege with you, our customer.
Janne Karjalainen"
Lapland Fishing offers exceptional trout and grayling fishing experiences in some of the most pristine waters in the region. Our guided trips provide a unique opportunity to catch these magnificent fish while enjoying the stunning natural beauty of Lapland.
Janne Karjalainen"
Lapland Fishing offers exceptional trout and grayling fishing experiences in some of the most pristine waters in the region. Our guided trips provide a unique opportunity to catch these magnificent fish while enjoying the stunning natural beauty of Lapland.
TROUT FISHING IN LAPLAND
Species: The most common species of trout found in Lapland is the Brown Trout (Salmo trutta). There are also migratory sea trout
that travel between the rivers and the Baltic Sea.
that travel between the rivers and the Baltic Sea.
Habitat:
• Rivers and Streams: Brown trout are typically found in cold, clear rivers and streams with a good flow of oxygenated water.
• Lakes: They also inhabit cold, deep lakes, often staying near the bottom during warmer months and moving to shallower waters during cooler periods.
Size and Growth: Brown trout in Lapland can reach significant sizes, especially the migratory sea trout, which can grow much larger than their freshwater counterparts due to the rich feeding grounds in the sea.
Behavior:
• Feeding: Brown trout are opportunistic feeders, consuming insects, crustaceans, and smaller fish. Sea trout also feed heavily on marine organisms like herring and sprat.
• Spawning: Trout spawn in late autumn to early winter, usually in gravel beds in rivers and streams. This period is critical for their lifecycle and also when they are protected by fishing regulations.
Season: The best time for trout fishing is from late spring to early autumn, avoiding the spawning season in late autumn. Early spring might surprise you!
• Rivers and Streams: Brown trout are typically found in cold, clear rivers and streams with a good flow of oxygenated water.
• Lakes: They also inhabit cold, deep lakes, often staying near the bottom during warmer months and moving to shallower waters during cooler periods.
Size and Growth: Brown trout in Lapland can reach significant sizes, especially the migratory sea trout, which can grow much larger than their freshwater counterparts due to the rich feeding grounds in the sea.
Behavior:
• Feeding: Brown trout are opportunistic feeders, consuming insects, crustaceans, and smaller fish. Sea trout also feed heavily on marine organisms like herring and sprat.
• Spawning: Trout spawn in late autumn to early winter, usually in gravel beds in rivers and streams. This period is critical for their lifecycle and also when they are protected by fishing regulations.
Season: The best time for trout fishing is from late spring to early autumn, avoiding the spawning season in late autumn. Early spring might surprise you!
GRAYLING IN LAPLAND
Species: The European Grayling (Thymallus thymallus) is the primary species found in Lapland.
Habitat:
• Rivers and Streams: Grayling prefer fast-flowing, well-oxygenated waters. They are often found in similar habitats to trout, such as clear, cold rivers and streams with gravelly or sandy bottoms.
• Lakes: In some regions, grayling can also be found in lakes, particularly those with inflowing and outflowing streams.
Size and Growth: Grayling are generally smaller than trout, with the largest individuals reaching up to 60 cm in length. They are known for their distinctive large dorsal fin and their beautiful coloration.
Behavior:
• Feeding: Grayling feed on a variety of aquatic insects, crustaceans, and small fish. They are particularly known for rising to the surface to take flies, making them a popular target for fly fishermen.
• Spawning: Grayling spawn in the spring, typically in gravel beds in fast-flowing sections of rivers. Like trout, their spawning period is protected by fishing regulations to ensure sustainable populations.
• Rivers and Streams: Grayling prefer fast-flowing, well-oxygenated waters. They are often found in similar habitats to trout, such as clear, cold rivers and streams with gravelly or sandy bottoms.
• Lakes: In some regions, grayling can also be found in lakes, particularly those with inflowing and outflowing streams.
Size and Growth: Grayling are generally smaller than trout, with the largest individuals reaching up to 60 cm in length. They are known for their distinctive large dorsal fin and their beautiful coloration.
Behavior:
• Feeding: Grayling feed on a variety of aquatic insects, crustaceans, and small fish. They are particularly known for rising to the surface to take flies, making them a popular target for fly fishermen.
• Spawning: Grayling spawn in the spring, typically in gravel beds in fast-flowing sections of rivers. Like trout, their spawning period is protected by fishing regulations to ensure sustainable populations.
LAPLAND FISHING SPOTS
RIVER OUNASRiver Ounas is the largest tributary of the massive Kemi River system, stretching approximately 280-300 km and featuring numerous tributaries of its own. This river offers an exhilarating fishing experience that won’t leave you cold.
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THREE RIVERSExperience the beauty and challenge of fishing in three of Finland’s most stunning trout and grayling fishing spots in the eastern part of Finnish Lapland: Oulanka, Kitka, and Kuusinki Rivers. These rivers host massive, challenging trouts and great graylings in breathtaking landscapes.
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TECHNIQUES:
Fishing for trout and grayling in Lapland offers a variety of exciting techniques to suit every angler’s preference and skill level. Whether you are an experienced fisherman or a beginner, the diverse methods available ensure an engaging and rewarding experience.
• Fly Fishing: Both trout and grayling are popular targets for fly fishing due to their feeding habits and the challenge they present. The thrill of casting a fly and watching a fish rise to take it is unparalleled, making fly fishing a favorite among anglers in Lapland.
• Trolling: For larger trout, particularly sea trout, trolling in lakes and larger rivers can be very productive. This technique involves dragging lures or bait behind a moving boat, increasing the chances of encountering and hooking a trophy-sized fish. Ask us from lake Koutus possibilities - lake stocks trouts up to 5 - 10 kg´s!
• Spinning: Spinning with lures or bait is also highly effective, especially in deeper or faster-flowing waters. This method allows anglers to cover a large area and is perfect for those looking to catch larger fish with minimal gear.
• Trolling: For larger trout, particularly sea trout, trolling in lakes and larger rivers can be very productive. This technique involves dragging lures or bait behind a moving boat, increasing the chances of encountering and hooking a trophy-sized fish. Ask us from lake Koutus possibilities - lake stocks trouts up to 5 - 10 kg´s!
• Spinning: Spinning with lures or bait is also highly effective, especially in deeper or faster-flowing waters. This method allows anglers to cover a large area and is perfect for those looking to catch larger fish with minimal gear.
ANGLER WITH BROWN TROUTA passionate angler carefully holds a stunning brown trout above a net in a tranquil river. The fish, with its distinctive spotted pattern, glistens as water droplets fall back into the river. This photo captures the excitement and beauty of catching a brown trout in its natural habitat, making it an unforgettable moment in any fishing adventure. |
WHAT TO EXPECT
• Professional Guidance: Our experienced guides will ensure you have a safe and successful fishing trip.
• Top-notch Equipment: We provide all the necessary gear to ensure you have the best chance of landing a trout or grayling.
• Beautiful Scenery: Enjoy the stunning landscapes of Lapland while fishing in serene waters.
• Convenient Pickup: We will pick you up from your location in Rovaniemi, including hotels and the airport.
• Accommodation: Stay in comfort at Base Camp Ounas with a cozy cabin, sauna and renowned hospitality.
• Top-notch Equipment: We provide all the necessary gear to ensure you have the best chance of landing a trout or grayling.
• Beautiful Scenery: Enjoy the stunning landscapes of Lapland while fishing in serene waters.
• Convenient Pickup: We will pick you up from your location in Rovaniemi, including hotels and the airport.
• Accommodation: Stay in comfort at Base Camp Ounas with a cozy cabin, sauna and renowned hospitality.
OUR PACKAGES
• TROUT & GRAYLING - 4-Hour Guided Trip: Enjoy a half-day fishing trip to the Ounas River, including a motorboat, fishing gear for trolling, spinning, and fly fishing, permits, and a snack pack with coffee by the fireplace.
• TROUT & GRAYLING - 8-Hour Guided Trip: Spend a full day on the Ounas River with a motorboat, fishing gear for trolling, spinning, and fly fishing, permits - and if wanted - lunch by the fireplace on the
island.
• PIKE, GRAYLING & TROUT, PERCH - 3-Day Guided Tour: Enjoy a comprehensive fishing experience with accommodation at Camp Ounas on the island, including a motorboat, fishing gear for trolling, spinning, and fly fishing, permits. Ask for meals included.
• Customized Fishing Experience: Tailor your adventure to fit your needs and preferences.
• TROUT & GRAYLING - 8-Hour Guided Trip: Spend a full day on the Ounas River with a motorboat, fishing gear for trolling, spinning, and fly fishing, permits - and if wanted - lunch by the fireplace on the
island.
• PIKE, GRAYLING & TROUT, PERCH - 3-Day Guided Tour: Enjoy a comprehensive fishing experience with accommodation at Camp Ounas on the island, including a motorboat, fishing gear for trolling, spinning, and fly fishing, permits. Ask for meals included.
• Customized Fishing Experience: Tailor your adventure to fit your needs and preferences.