Deep-water predator found in select large lakes near Edmonton. Known for size and strength.
Where to Catch: Deep, cold lakes such as Cold Lake and other large northern waters within driving distance.
Best Time to Fish: Ice-off to early summer when fish are shallow; deep trolling or jigging later in summer.
| Season | Activity |
|---|---|
| Spring (Mar–May) | Excellent; fish shallow structure; troll large spoons or crankbaits. |
| Summer (Jun–Aug) | Fair to good; fish deep with downriggers or jigging spoons. |
| Fall (Sep–Nov) | Excellent near spawning reefs; casting large spoons or plastics. |
| Winter (Dec–Feb) | Good under ice with large tube jigs or spoons tipped with bait. |
Peak Season: May–June and September–October.
Tackle & Tips
Lures: Large spoons, swimbaits, jigging tubes.
Bait: Ciscos, smelt (check regs).
Leaders: 15–25 lb fluoro.
Gear: Medium-heavy rods; trolling or vertical jigging setups.
