Kalliojoen rapids
Introduction
“Before log driving clearings, the Kalliojoki River was the most important spawning area for the lake-dwelling trout of Lake Lentua. Later, the rapids along the route have been restored to make them more favorable for salmonids. The most commonly targeted catch in the rapids is grayling, but trout can also be found in moderate numbers. In addition, anglers occasionally catch bright-sided lake trout as surprise catches.”
The Kalliojoki waterway has a total of 27 rapids, most of which are easily accessible. The sites are suitable for longer fishing treks, but there are also easily reachable spots worth trying, such as Kattilakoski, Nurronkoski, and Kalastonkoski. The rapids are beautiful and remain in a natural state. The area is not stocked with catch-sized trout or grayling; instead, the stocking is done using juvenile fish.
The main fish species in the area are perch, grayling, pike, whitefish, and trout. The rapids offer a diverse fishing experience, providing both interest and challenge even for experienced anglers. In some places, even a skilled angler may be tested — you might see fish rising on the surface, but just out of reach. Wading gear is recommended for moving along the rapids, but actual wading into the rapids should be avoided, as grayling in particular are very shy.
Permits and regulations
The rod fishing permit Kalliojoki 5575 is a joint permit area formed from river sections managed by the Lentua joint permit holders’ association and Metsähallitus (Finnish Forest Administration).
Permits are sold for the period: January 1 – December 31, 2025
Price list
1 day
Adult: €10.00, Under 18: €5.00
1 week
Adult: €25.00, Under 18: €12.50
Season
Adult: €50.00, Under 18: €25.00
In addition, you need to pay the national fisheries management fee!
The Kalliojoki rod fishing permit entitles you to fish with lure fishing gear in the river sections of the watercourse, which have a total length of about 40 kilometers. There are around ten lakes along the route. There are 27 rapid sections, with a combined length of 4 kilometers.
All necessary information about permit regulations and restrictions can be found via the link below.
Directions and additional information
Extensive information about the destinations, as well as maps of the areas, can be found on the website eraluvat.fi.
https://www.eraluvat.fi/kohteet/5575-kalliojoki-74/liitteet
It’s also worth checking out the services and routes available in the area
Route information
