Alaska Northern Pike Sportsman’s Guide

June – Early July

• Highest numbers of fish caught during this season.
• The pike are coming out of their post spawn sulk and are feeding heavily.
• Warm temps and high bug activity are traditional for this season.
• High water can be a variable during time of year.
• Cabbage weed beds, shallows and sloughs are fishing the best at this time of year.

Middle of July – Middle of August

• Most consistent fishing season.
• Stable water levels, variable weather conditions.
• Solid girth measurements, the pike have great strength.
• Fish activity directly correlates to weather conditions.

End of August – September

• Largest fish of the season are typically caught this time of year.
• Fewer numbers of fish are caught but usually large.
• Cold water temps make morning fishing difficult.
• Dropping water levels can force fish to wintering holes.
• Duck hunting can be amazing.