Lakes

WELCOME TO THE LAND OF THOUSANDS LAKES. IN TOTAL THERE ARE AROUND 187,888 LAKES IN FINLAND. SOME OF THE BEST WELL KNOWN LAKES FOR FISHING ARE PRESENTED ON THE LIST BELOW.

Lake Ähtärinjärvi

The narrow but almost 30-kilometre long Lake Ähtärinjärvi is the second largest lake in South Ostrobothnia. Located in the Suomenselkä watershed area, the lake is the source basin for the waters of the River Kokemäenjoki route, which it has amassed into a body of about 28 metres at its deepest point.

Lake Höytiäinen

'The tall pines swayed, somersaulted one by one and fell down into the stream with a terrible crash; the area's numerous snakes fled in fear from this unsafe country as the earth trembled, the waters boiled and the crash of the snapping trees kept ringing out all the while.'

Lake Inarijärvi

‘The week's trip on Lake Inarijärvi is drawing to a close. The wind is blowing whitecaps over the wide open Kasari. We are waiting out the weather in our tents on the sheltered Selkälahdensaari Island, so as to return to our car over the big mid-lake area. Covered in ice in the cool box lie the fillets of the big arctic char that we caught yesterday. We haven't seen a soul for two days.'

Lake Kallavesi

The largest lake of North Savo Lake Kallavesi spreads around the City of Kuopio. The Kallansillat bridges on Main Road 5 split the lake in two, the North and South Kallavesi areas. Lake Kallavesi is part of the Iso-Kalla lake area, covering 890 km². "O Kallavesj, Kallavesj, you lake of lakes!"

Lake Keitele

Peaceful nature and sheltered fishing grounds, where the silence is palpable. An abundance of space; the longest open mid-lake areas span dozens of kilometres. For an angler, the limpid Lake Keitele is a water area offering many opportunities.

Lake Kiantajärvi

Lake Kiantajärvi is part of the River Oulujoki water body and the 24rd largest lake in Finland, covering 188 square kilometres. This relatively labyrinthine, Y-shaped nature’s artwork, spreading out to the north of the centre of Suomussalmi, spans almost 50 kilometres at its longest point. Its easternmost branch ends just a couple of kilometres short of the Russian border. There are few islands on the southern end of the lake and considerably more to the north. There are plenty of wild shores.

Lake Kitkajärvi

The crystal clear Lake Kitkajärvi is known as the largest spring in Europe. The landscape of this wild, naturally clean and ruggedly handsome lake is characterized by deep trenches, long sandy beaches, sand ridges and heaps of rocks, and pebble-bottomed shallow waters. Surrounded by majestic fells and seasonal colours, the scene is set for a great day of trolling.

Lake Kivijärvi

Part of the Viitasaari route, Lake Kivijärvi is a widely known treasury of fish in Central Finland, in the sceneries of the Kivijärvi, Kannonkoski and Kinnula municipalities. With its surface area of 154 square kilometres, the lake is the 30th largest in Finland. In length, this fairly narrow, north-south aligned basin measures almost 50 kilometres.

Lake Konnevesi

Lake Konnevesi, glistening where Central Finland meets North Savo, is the central lake along the Rautalammi route. In the pristine waters of its wide open mid-lake areas, big predators hunt small vendace.

Lake Näsijärvi

Lake Näsijärvi is the largest lake in the Tampere Region. It is rugged and open by nature, with few islands. Lake Näsijärvi is one of the most popular fishing sites in Finland, but occasionally it feels like being in the wilderness.

Lake Oulujärvi

Once upon a time there was a lake with a trolling competition where the winning team caught 157 kg of pike in seven hours. The widest open mid-lake areas of Finnish inland waters, Ärjänselkä and Niskaselkä, can be found on this major lake in the middle of the country. Alongside plump mama pike, ravenous zander, brown trout and big perch are waiting for anglers in Lake Oulujärvi.

Lake Päijänne

The mighty Lake Päijänne is located in Southern Finland, extending from the City of Lahti to the City of Jyväskylä. This limpid lake is one of the most popular recreational fishing sites in Finland. This is no wonder, as its pure water, wide open mid-lake areas and well-stocked fishing grounds provide anglers with challenges, catches and plenty of delightful sights.

Lake Pielinen

The treeless top of the Ukko-Koli peak overlooks the most well-known national heritage scenery in Finland. The oblong mid-lake area of Lake Pielinen with its string of ridge islands is a feast for the eyes. Anglers will still be in a hurry to climb down, as they spot the flicker of a shadow of a big fish below the surface.

Lake Puula

Majestic cliff shores, wide meandering mid-lake waters and the fragmented island area are a feast for the eyes. Big bright-flanked landlocked salmon and mid-lake pike swim about amidst the dense schools of vendace in the Soisalonselkä area. The shores resound with the cries of black-throated divers and from the shelter of the forest peeps out a stack named Alttarikivi after its shape, as it resembles an altar stone. You've arrived at the limpid Lake Puula.

Lake Pyhäjärvi in Pyhäjärvi

Located more or less in the middle of Finland, close to Main Road 4 within the eponymous municipality, Lake Pyhäjärvi is the 38th largest lake in Finland, covering 122 square kilometres. Its shape is pleasantly meandering, even broken up by islands, but there are also wide open mid-lake areas. The water is mostly clear and pure. Surplus waters empty into the Gulf of Bothnia via River Pyhäjoki, which starts from the northern end of the lake.

Lake Pyhäjärvi in Säkylä

With a surface area of 155 square kilometres, the limpid Lake Pyhäjärvi in Säkylä is the largest basin in the topographically flat Southwest Finland. Also dubbed the ‘Jewel of the Satakunta Region’, the lake is known as one of the richest treasuries of fish in Europe, where commercial fishermen’s primary target species include vendace, whitefish and signal crayfish. The lake is also a popular and bountiful site for rod anglers.

Lake Saimaa

The labyrinthine island areas form endless water mazes. Landlocked salmon pursue vendace in wide open mid-lake areas, while pike and zander swim about at the flanks of rocks. The silence is unbroken as a ringed seal pops its head up above the water. Lake Saimaa is the most precious jewel of Finnish nature.

Lake Suvasvesi

As an extension of Lake Kallavesi, to the southeast of Kuopio in the Savo Region lies Lake Suvasvesi, a fairly rugged and pristine basin covering an area of 234 square kilometres. As part of the Vuoksi water system, the lake discharges its waters into the Karvionkoski Rapids, Lake Kermajärvi and eventually in the Lake Saimaa.

Lakes Kulovesi & Rautavesi

The Hulttistenvuolle, Kutalanvuolle, Myllyvuolle and Hiedanvuolle straits are also good sites for catching other species besides asp. Slim plugs and spoons as well as soft-bait jigs are effective lures for asp. The traditional form of catching zander and asp on torrents involves fishing from a drifting boat swinging a weighted lure close to the bottom.

Lakes Kuusamojärvi & Muojärvi

For anglers looking for certain but challenging catch, the Kuusamo lake country is a perfect destination. This large area around the long and narrow Lake Kuusamojärvi offers a great variety of venues for beginners as well as professionals.

Lakes Pielavesi & Nilakka

Pielavesi and Nilakka are big lakes in the northwest part of North Savo. These lakes are on the same water level and they form together almost 50 km long water area, where there are multiple choice of spots for a sport angler.

Lakes Roine, Mallasvesi and Pälkänevesi

Lakes Roine, Mallasvesi and Pälkänevesi are limpid basins with sounds and rocky islands that offer intriguing grounds for catching pike, zander and perch. This bright and fishfilled trio of lakes are located in south-eastern part of Tampere Region

Lakes Ruovesi & Tarjanne

Wide beautiful water route is situated between Virrat, Vilppula and Ruovesi in the northern part of the Tampere Region. This exclusive fishing area with its diverse water areas and narrow sounds form a great lake called Lake Iso-Tarjannevesi ('Great Tarjannevesi') that is on the same water level. The major parts of it are known as Lakes Ruovesi and Tarjanne..

Hossa

The Hossa hiking area is located right in the vicinity Finland's eastern border, in the wilderness of Suomussalmi. The area's landscape consists of ridges draped in pine woods and depressions where lakes, rivers, streams and countless crystal clear ponds glisten in the sun. *Hossa is one of Metsähallitus' special fishing destinations.

Lake Matildajärvi

Lake Matildanjärvi is a fishing destination situated within the Teijo hiking area in Southwest Finland. The lake is about 1.7 kilometres long and 0.5 kilometres wide. There is an island and a few smaller islets in the middle of the lake. *Lake Matildanjärvi is one of Metsähallitus' special fishing destinations.

Lake Peurajärvi

The fishing waters of Peurajärvi are situated on the border of Nurmes and Sotkamo in Eastern Finland. There you can experience being in the middle of the wilderness while still being within reach of many useful services for hiking anglers. This is an ideal fishing destination for the entire family. The lakes and ponds of the area are mainly surrounded by dry woods without much undergrowth. The network of marked trails is easy to navigate. *Lake Peurajärvi is one of Metsähallitus' special fishing destinations.

Lakes Niemisjärvi, Evo

The Niemisjärvi Lakes are situated in the village of Evo, which is about a 90 minute drive away from Helsinki near Hämeenlinna. These waters are known as places where you can catch rainbow trout in both summer and winter. *Lake Niemisjärvi is one of Metsähallitus' special fishing destinations.

Pond Kaunislampi

Pond Kaunislampi is situated near the Salamajärvi National Park in Central Finland. Despite being a wilderness destination, the pond is very accessible and a great stopping point for any hiking angler visiting the national park. The surroundings of the pond are easy to traverse, which makes Kaunislampi a suitable fishing spot for the entire family. *Pond Kaunislampi is one of Metsähallitus' special fishing destinations.

Pond Teerilampi

Pond Teerilampi is located near the Seitseminen National Park in the Pirkanmaa region. The pond makes for a great place to stop for a few hours as you visit the national park, for example. The parking lot is situated on the northern shore of the pond. From there you can easily get to fishing even with small children. *Pond Teerilampi is one of Metsähallitus' special fishing destinations.