Northern Pike
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Species Guide

Northern Pike

The Apex Predator

Average weight

3–6 kg

Record weight

25 kg

Habitat

Lakes & Slow Rivers

Season Guide

When to fish Northern Pike

Pike spawn in March–April — check local restrictions. Ice fishing in January–February is a highlight in Finland and Sweden.

JanGood
FebGood
MarClosed
AprClosed
MayGood
JunGood
JulPossible
AugPossible
SepGood
OctPeak
NovPeak
DecGood
Closed
Possible
Good
Peak
Northern Pike

Quick Facts

Know your quarry

Northern Pike are the top predators of Scandinavian freshwater. Aggressive and territorial, they lurk in weed beds and ambush anything that moves. Available in almost every country, pike are accessible to beginners yet endlessly challenging for veterans chasing true giants.

Average weight

3–6 kg

Record weight

25 kg

Habitat

Lakes & Slow Rivers

Best technique

Lure fishing / Trolling

Difficulty

Beginner – Intermediate

License

Check locally