Angling permit area

5571 Manamansalo

Manamansalo is an island with road access situated in the middle of Lake Oulujärvi. The recreational fishing area of Manamansalo is a part of the Oulujärvi Hiking Area, which in turn is a part of UNESCO's Global Geoparks Network. Terrific sandy beaches, easily traversed pine heath forest, crystal clear ponds and a five star camping area make Manamansalo the favourite destination among anglers of all ages.

The permit area contains ten separate small lakes that are home to perch, whitefish, grayling and trout. In the waters of Lake Särkinen you can also go after rainbow trout, which is planted into the lake catch-sized. The nearest fishing spots are situated within only a few minutes' walk from the camping area. We invite you to experience the top-tier services and clear fishing waters of Manamasalo!

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Basic details of the area

Municipality: Vaala
Region: Pohjois-Pohjanmaa
Fishing period: 1 January–31 December
Permitted fishing methods: Casting (fishing with spinning rod), fly fishing, hook and line fishing, ice fishing, trolling
Required permits and fees: Angling permit, fisheries management fee. Always check "Permits needed for fishing".
Hook and line fishing and ice fishing: Permitted with angling permit
Angling permits for the area: 24 hours, youth permit
Targeted catch: Grayling, perch, rainbow trout, trout, whitefish
Fisheries management: Catch size fish stocking, fry stocking of natural fish stocks
Area characteristics: Located in a national hiking area, suitable for families
Special features of the area: The permit area consists of ten separate small lakes.
Restrictions: Check the restrictions carefully in the permit terms.

Permits needed for fishing

In this permit area, you will need an angling permit for all fishing – including hook and line fishing and ice 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. However, the fisheries management fee is not required if you are hook and line fishing or ice fishing with only one rod. If you are hook and line fishing or ice fishing with multiple rods, 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.