Finland has plenty of rivers and flowing waters suitable for fishing. Perhaps the finnish lapland is best known for its mighty rivers and salmon fishing. however as a water rich country There is much to explore also in central and southern finland for fishermen keen to flowing waters!
River Iijoki streams through the Finnish landscape with its magnificent rapids and meandering spawning areas, originating from the limpid lakes of the north-eastern Koillismaa region and discharging its waters into the Bothnian Bay at the Ii municipal centre.
As a whole, River Kokemäenjoki offers highly diverse opportunities for sports fishing for a wide variety of species.
The 170 kilometre long River Kiiminkijoki, which empties its dark waters into the bottom of the Gulf of Bothnia to the north of Oulu, is one of the very few unharnessed rivers in Finland, where migratory fish are not hindered by anything apart from some traps.
From a Finnish rapids angler’s point of view, Central Finland is definitely the most rewarding place to seek wonderful trout-fishing experiences. This region is home to several scenic, highly esteemed and well-managed rapids sites, where catching a brown trout on the end of your line is more of a rule than an exception.
River Kymijoki is the southernmost salmon river in Finland, flowing into the Eastern Gulf of Finland at the City of Kotka. In terms of fishing, the most interesting sites include the lowest five kilometres on the eastern branch of the river. On River Kymijoki, anglers fish in an urban environment while still being able to enjoy peaceful nature.
River Merikarvianjoki is one of the most popular fishing sites in Southern Finland. Its rapids offer a splendid setting for fly-fishing and spinning. There is a 24-kilometre stretch of combined licence area covering numerous rapids and torrents. The most extensive rapids areas include the Lankoski, Puukoski, Stäävitkoski-Vaadinkoski and Holmankoski Rapids, which are also among the most popular spots within the fishing area.
River Simojoki, emptying into the bottom of the Gulf of Bothnia, is one of the very few Finnish salmon rivers that has remained unharnessed. Starting from Lake Simojärvi in Ranua, the river is of ‘quite a suitable size’ to manage by casting from the banks or while wading.
River Teno, flowing on the Northern edge of Finland to the Barents Sea, is one of the most unique fishing destinations in Europe. This border river between Norway and Finland curves its way freely through stunning arctic highland landscapes. The isolation and unique nature of the Teno Valley make it a place where you can experience a truly unforgettable fishing holiday.
River Tornionjoki is a major stream flowing almost in a natural state on the border between Finland and Sweden. The river is the largest free-flowing salmon river in Europe and catches have increased sharply in recent years. It is a traditional waterway to the furthermost end of Lapland and people living on the riverside often refer to it simply as the ‘Way’.
About a hundred kilometres long, River Vantaanjoki starts in Riihimäki, flows through six municipalities and empties into the Gulf of Finland, part of the Baltic Sea, at the City of Helsinki.
Rivers Juutuanjoki and Ivalojoki, which are emptying their waters into Lake Inarinjärvi, are famous wilderness streams of Northern Finland. There angler has a chanche to meet a big wild brown trout.
With its three famous trout rivers, River Kitkajoki, River Oulankajoki and River Kuusinkijoki, Kuusamo offers you a unique opportunity for going after the great brown trout in Finland.Trout’s journey from its birthplace to Russia and back
Ruunaa is situated in the rugged wilderness of Eastern Finland. This 16 kilometres long rapids destination with its lakes offers a wide variety of fishing opportunities. In Ruunaa you have the opportunity to enjoy peace and experience the clean and pristine Eastern Finnish nature.
River Kemijoki is Finland’s longest river, which reaches the sea at the City of Kemi at the bottom of the Gulf of Bothnia. Before this, it has flowed 550 kilometres by some counts, starting as small rivulets in Russian and Finnish Lapland, wandering through wilderness areas, well off the beaten track, until arriving at more and more man-made environments towards its lower reaches.
Lentuanjärvi, a lake in its natural state, is the starting point for the Lentuankoski rapids, famous for rafting and as a beauty spot. Notable attractions include looming expanse of Lake Lentuanjärvi, and especially the Iso Lentuankoski rapid. The waters of Lentuankoski veritably tumble down, spraying over rafters as they shoot the rapids. The large brown trout grown in Lake Lentuanjärvi are the pride of these rapids.
Änättikoski is a steep and fast-flowing rapids rushing through the forest in Lentiira, Kuhmo. The head of the rapids is the river’s most popular fishing spot, but the lower section also offers plenty of fish and enjoyable places to fish. At the head, the rapids are wide and the current is gentler than in the middle section. The lower section has a milder current and more abundant vegetation. The most sought-after species in the area are brown trout and grayling, while perch and pike can also be caught.
The Luvanjoki water system joins the Emäjoki from the east in the very centre of Hyrynsalmi. With a length of more than 50 kilometres, this waterway has its origin near the Russian border, the waters flowing through a series of lakes — Mikitänjärvi, Luvanjärvi, Nuottijärvi and Salmijärvi — and several rivers and rapids. The most widely known of the rapids is the steep and beautiful Luvankoski. Another similar rapid is Nuottikoski on the downstream stretches. This lake-and-river system includes many small forest streams of interest to anglers in search of white-water fishing
The Kongasjoki waterway flows west of Paltamo through Lake Kivesjärvi. This waterway, draining into Lake Oulujärvi, is traditionally known for holding migratory fish. The River Varisjoki, beginning from Lake Kivesjärvi, is the outlet river of this waterway, and the most significant unharnessed trout-bearing river flowing into Lake Oulujärvi.
The Torvenkoski and Tolosenkoski rapids are the most notable fishing grounds for white-water fishing in the lower reaches of the Uva waterway. Torvenkoski ja Tolosenkoski are a series of two separate rapids, flowing between lakes. Of the two, Torvenkoski is longer and more popular among anglers. Torvenkoski begins from Lake Pieni-Uvajärvi and drains into Lake Iijärvi. The rapid is steep, tumbling down a narrow gorge with a drop of no less than sixteen metres over a stretch of one kilometre. These rapids thunder along in a scenic setting, surrounded by beautiful, rolling countryside.
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