Angling permit area

1590 Sotajoki

The permit area Sotajoki begins at Sotajoensuukoski rapids in the Ivalojoki River and ends at the border of Inari municipality.

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Basic details of the area

Municipality: Inari
Region: Lappi
Fishing period: 1 July–31 August
Permitted fishing methods: Casting (fishing with spinning rod), fly fishing, hook and line fishing, ice fishing
Required permits and fees: Angling permit, fisheries management fee. The need depends on the number of rods and lures or the water area. Always check "Permits needed for fishing".
Hook and line fishing and ice fishing: Permitted free of charge in still waters, prohibited in running waters
Angling permits for the area: 24 hours, youth permit
Targeted catch: Grayling, pike, trout, whitefish
Fisheries management: Fry stocking of natural fish stocks, natural fish stock (no stockings)
Area characteristics: Wilderness destination
Special features of the area: A wilderness fishing destination with some hiking structures, such as campfire sites and dry toilets
Restrictions: Check the restrictions carefully in the permit terms.

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Keep in mind in this area

The number of angling permits is limited. Please check the availability of permits beforehand.

Validity begins always at 6:00 PM.

Familiarize yourself with the fishing regulations of the fisheries area

You can find the fishing regulations for the Inari fisheries area on the Inari fisheries area’s website (inarinkalatalousalue.fi ) (in Finnish).

Permits needed for fishing

The need for an angling permit depends on the type of waterbody and how many rods and lures you will use.

In this permit area, you will need an angling permit when lure fishing in sections with rapids and running water. You will also be required to pay the fisheries management fee, unless you are under 18 years of age, over 70 years of age, or are 65 years of age or older as of 31 December 2023.

If you are lure fishing with only one rod and lure in still waters, such as river pools, payment of the fisheries management fee is sufficient. You will also require an angling permit when fishing with multiple rods or lures.

Hook and line fishing and ice fishing are fully prohibited in running and rapids sections of waters with migratory fish stocks (i.e. also this permit area). In still waters, hook and line fishing and ice fishing are permitted free of charge with one rod. If you are hook and line fishing or ice fishing with more than one rod, you are required to purchase an angling permit and pay the fisheries management fee.

Waters and area-specific restrictions in the permit area

Always make sure to check the location of the permit area. Please see either the map window or the PDF map on this page. Enlarge the map window to view the location of the permit area more clearly.

There are no-fishing zones in Sotajoki. This angling permit does not entitle the holder to fish in these zones.

Services in the area

For more information about services in the area, please see Luontoon.fi.

Further information

Impact of water temperature on fishing

Water temperature has a significant impact on the survival of salmonids after they are released. When water temperatures approach +20 °C, you should use judgement before you decide to fish for salmonids. In waters warmer than this, fishing for salmonids should be avoided. In such situations, it is advisable to focus on species that are more resistant to heat, such as zander, pike and perch. See guidelines for responsible fishing.