11.5.2026
Fishing
Fishing permit areas renewed: learn about the changes
At the turn of the year, five large angling permit areas were redistributed into 52 new permit areas. In addition, the boundaries of trap fishing permit areas were revised.
Angling permit area
1524 Kaamasjoki
The angling permit area Kaamasjoki is situated in Inari. The permit area starts at the confluence of the Kaamasjoki and Kielajoki Rivers in the Paistunturi Wilderness Area and ends a little before the center of Kaamanen village.
The fish in the Kaamasjoki River is dependent on natural production, as no fish are planted in the river area. The trout rise from Lake Mutusjärvi to the spawning grounds of the Kaamasjoki and Kielajoki Rivers.
Basic details of the area
- Municipality
- Inari
- Region
- Lappi
- Fishing period
1 June–31 August.
- Permitted fishing methods
- Casting (fishing with spinning rod), fly fishing
- Required permits and fees
- Angling permit, fisheries management fee. Always check "Permits needed for fishing".
- Hook and line fishing and ice fishing
- Prohibited in running waters
- Angling permits for the area
- 24 hours, youth permit
- Targeted catch
- Grayling, pike, trout, whitefish
- Fisheries management
- Natural fish stock (no stockings)
- Area characteristics
- Wilderness destination
- Special features of the area
- The area is ideal for traditional casting and fly fishing.
- Restrictions
- Check the restrictions carefully in the permit terms.
What's new
22.4.2026
Fishing
Inaccuracies in Upper Lapland fishing area maps – corrections coming in May
There may be inaccuracies in the map windows and PDF maps of angling permit areas located in Enontekiö, Inari and Utsjoki, and the permit areas are not shown correctly in all respects. The errors will be corrected during May.
2.1.2026
Fishing
Hunting
Off-road traffic
Huts
Eräluvat.fi service purchase and cancellation terms update on 2 January 2026
The wording of the terms is clarified, and the new structure better reflects the customer journey in the Eräluvat.fi service. The terms also specify how and where customers can place an order, how they benefit from logging in during the ordering process, and whom to contact in case of problems or changes.
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
In this permit area, you will need an angling permit for all types of fishing. 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.
Hook and line fishing and ice fishing are fully prohibited in rapids and running sections of waters with migratory fish stocks (i.e. also this permit area). In still waters, such as river pools, hook and line fishing and ice fishing are permitted with one rod with an angling permit. 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.
Water areas that are not included in this angling permit
The permit area ends where the Kielajoki River joins the Kaamasjoki River. The upper parts of the Kaamasjoki River belong to permit area 1501 Muotkatunturi-Kaldoaivi and Kielajoki is a separate permit area, 1523 Kielajoki.
The permit area also contains some private water areas. The Kaamasjoki angling permit does not allow fishing in these water areas.
Services in the area
Information about tourism services in Inari is available on the website:
The area offers outdoor services such as campfire sites and open wilderness huts.
You can search for more information and hiking destinations in this area at 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.
Contact details
Permit sale and information Mon–Fri 9 am–3 pm
+35820692424
Call cost €0.00/min + mobile charge/local network rate. Urgent orders always by phone.
Inari Customer Service
Inarintie 46
99870 Inari
Check additional information and opening hours (luontoon.fi).Contact details
Senior Specialist, Fisheries
Jarmo Huhtamella
Senior Specialist, Fisheries
Juha Heinonen
Game and Fisheries Warden
Janne Kaikkonen
Guidelines for responsible fishing
Each angler must ensure the careful and respectful handling of fish caught regardless of whether the fish will be released or eaten. Read the guidelines here!
Outdoor etiquette
Visitors to Metsähallitus wilderness sites are expected to observe Outdoor etiquette. It encourages fishers and hunters to take nature, other people, catches and game into consideration in all activities. Find out more about the etiquette!
Frequently asked questions about fishing
For which waters does Metsähallitus sell fishing permits? How close to someone else's cottage shoreline can you fish? What is the value of endangered fish species? Check out the answers to the most common questions!
Angling permit
Permits are sold for the period:1.7.–31.7.2026, 1.8.–31.8.2026
Price list
1 day
Adult 20,00 €, Aged under 18 10,00 €
