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.

Map files and brochures

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.

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:

Lapland North (laplandnorth.fi)

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.