Fishing for Northern Pike in Shallow Waters

Many times we hop in the boat and head out to the deep water and start fishing. This is a mistake, and often times many people overlook the best water next to the shore or in the back bays. This is especially true with Northern Pike fishing. Sometimes walking the shoreline or fan casting in the bays can be the most productive, mainly in the spring. With tricks and tips like these, you should be able to land a monster pike. Selecting lures for pike fishing is not that difficult, since they are very aggressive and will strike many things. A good lure and quality line and leaders will land you a monster pike. You must also have the help of a good pike fishing rod and reel though. These water wolfs are super strong and when they dive into a weed bed you will be sorry. I have never heard any one say they have had a too stiff rod when a monster is on. However, many times people wished they had stronger equipment after a trophy northern pike gets away. Do not overlook the shallow water, often times you can see the fish wallowing around. If you are in a boat, be careful and use a trolling motor and keep your distance. If you catch one, you should move a bit as the water will be all roiled up in the area. The pikes around can spook and might be wary for a bit, but do not worry, they generally will bite again after a while. Good luck and try some of the waters others avoid, you may be surprised at what you can catch.