Northern Pike

Northern Pike

Known as the 'Water Wolf,' northern pike are aggressive predators that will strike a wide variety of lures.

Lures

  • Flashy lures like Mepps spinners and Dardevle spoons.
  • Blue Fox Vibrax Spinner (Size 5).
  • Spinnerbaits are great for weedy bays.

Bait (BWCAW only)

  • Large minnows or chubs.

Techniques

  • Location: Pike are often found in shallow bays in the spring and early summer. In mid-summer, larger pike move to deeper, cooler water.
  • Casting: Casting spoons and spinnerbaits near weed lines is a reliable technique.
  • Trolling: Trolling deep-diving lures can be effective for larger pike in the summer.
  • Leader: Use a steel leader to prevent their sharp teeth from cutting your line.