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Northern Pike

Esox lucius

Northern Pike caught on a Minnesota Guide Service trip

About Northern Pike Fishing in Minnesota

Also known as the Water Wolf or the freshwater barracuda, these are very aggressive hard fighting fish. And the biggest secret is how they taste (one of my favorites)! Fun to catch casting or trolling. Hang on tight — they fight!

Best Techniques

  • Casting spoons
  • Jerkbaits
  • Live bait (suckers)
  • Trolling
  • Tip-ups (ice)

Quick Facts

Average Size

18"-45" / 1.5-30 lbs

Trophy Size

40+ inches / 15+ lbs

Target Northern Pike

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