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Rating depth structure for northern pike.
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40.3-acre lake in Estonia. The lake tops out around 6 m. The depth chart comes from published agency bathymetric survey data, so the contours are survey-derived rather than computer-modeled. What the data behind the map says about each species, season by season:
Kaardil katab Viitna Pikkjärv 16 hektarit, kaldajoont 2.7 km, saari on 4. Kaldajoon on mõõdukalt liigestatud (indeks 2). Umbes 84% pinnast on madalam kui ~5 m — seal elab toiduahel. Otsast otsani mõõdab veekogu umbes 1 km, kõige laiemas kohas 0.3 km. Lähim kaardistatud veekogu on Lohja järv, 20.9 km loodesse.
Tasuta interaktiivne sügavuskaart — Viitna Pikkjärv, Eesti: sügavusjooned päris mõõdistusandmetest kuni 6 m (20 jalga), lisaks parimad püügikohad liikidele ahven, haug ja luts. Sügavusjooned põhinevad päris mõõdistusandmetel (Keskkonnaagentuur / Tallinna Ülikool, CC BY 4.0). Kasuta suunisena, mitte navigeerimiseks.
In spring, european perch run shallow here, mostly 1 to 3.5 m. Summer pushes them deeper, 2 to 6 m, and winter fish settle into 2 to 6 m. Deep basin is the standout, a deep basin at roughly 6 m, rated prime for fall european perch. Time it for early morning. You won't need more than a drop-shot micro plastics or a small crankbait (perch pattern) most summer days.
Depth note: when a documented seasonal range extends below this chart, the table shows the deepest mapped working water, not a verified holding depth.
| Hooaeg | Sügavus | Parim aeg | Alusta siit | Landid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kevad | 1 to 3.5 m | midday & dawn | Shallow bay flat (0.5 m) | Small jig + curly tail, Inline spinner #1-2 |
| Suvi | 2 to 6 m chart-limited; documented 2.5 to 8.5 m | dawn | Deep basin (6 m) | Drop-shot micro plastics, Small crankbait (perch pattern) |
| Sügis | 2 to 6 m chart-limited; documented 3 to 10 m | midday | Deep basin (6 m) | Jigging spoon (small), Drop-shot on deep flats |
| Talv | 2 to 6 m chart-limited; documented 3.5 to 10 m | midday & dawn | Deep basin (6 m) | Tungsten jig + maggots, Small balance jig |
In spring, northern pike run shallow here, mostly 0.5 to 2.5 m. Midsummer fish sit out in 2.5 to 6 m before dropping to 1.5 to 4.5 m for winter. Fall northern pike concentrate at Break off the point, a prime-rated drop-off around 2.5 m. Fish it in early morning and the evening and you'll meet the bite. You won't need more than a bucktail or a weedless spoon over cabbage most summer days.
| Hooaeg | Sügavus | Parim aeg | Alusta siit | Landid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kevad | 0.5 to 2.5 m | midday & dawn | Shallow bay flat (0.5 m) | #5 inline spinner, Spoon (red/white) |
| Suvi | 2.5 to 6 m | dawn & dusk | Break off the point (2.5 m) | Bucktail, Weedless spoon over cabbage |
| Sügis | 2 to 5.5 m | midday & dawn | Break off the point (2.5 m) | Big rubber (Bull Dawg style), Husky-style jerkbait |
| Talv | 1.5 to 4.5 m | midday | Break off the point (2.5 m) | Tip-ups, Large jigging spoon |
The spring pattern is a shallow one: burbot in 2 to 6 m. The depth story barely changes: 2 to 6 m through summer, 1.5 to 6 m in winter. The spot to know is Deep basin, a deep basin in about 6 m of water that rates prime for burbot in spring. Plan around after dark and midday in the warm months. Summer baits: a heavy jig + cut bait gets it done.
Depth note: when a documented seasonal range extends below this chart, the table shows the deepest mapped working water, not a verified holding depth.
| Hooaeg | Sügavus | Parim aeg | Alusta siit | Landid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kevad | 2 to 6 m chart-limited; documented 7.5 to 21 m | night & dusk | Deep basin (6 m) | Glow jigging spoon + cut bait, Rattle bait (dark) |
| Suvi | 2 to 6 m chart-limited; documented 15 to 37 m | night & midday | Deep basin (6 m) | Heavy jig + cut bait |
| Sügis | 2 to 6 m chart-limited; documented 9 to 24 m | night & dusk | Deep basin (6 m) | Glow spoon + minnow head, Blade bait (slow) |
| Talv | 1.5 to 6 m chart-limited; documented 4.5 to 18 m | night & dusk | Deep basin (6 m) | Glow tungsten + cut bait, Rattle spoon + minnow head |
Viitna Pikkjärv carries 6 mapped structure features, topping out (or rather bottoming out) at Deep basin, about 6 m down.
Season dates, license requirements, and size and bag limits for Estonia waters are set by the Keskkonnaamet (Estonian Environmental Board) — and special regulations can apply to Viitna Pikkjärv specifically, so confirm the current rules before you fish.
Check the official Estonia fishing regulations →
Viitna Pikkjärv is about 20 ft (6 m) deep at its deepest point. The depth chart comes from published agency bathymetric survey data, so the contours are survey-derived rather than computer-modeled.
Viitna Pikkjärv on sügavaimas kohas umbes 6 meetrit (20 jalga). Sügavused põhinevad päris mõõdistustel.
Anglers target european perch, northern pike, burbot on Viitna Pikkjärv.
Deep basin is the top-rated area: a deep basin in about 20 ft of water that rates prime for european perch in fall. Open the map above to see every rated spot for each species and season.
For european perch, the summer bite is best in early morning. Each species page section below lists the seasonal windows, and the map shows a live NOW badge when you're inside one.
Fishing on Viitna Pikkjärv is regulated by the Keskkonnaamet (Estonian Environmental Board). Check the official Estonia regulations for current license requirements, season dates, and size and bag limits — special regulations can apply to this specific water.
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See how Viitna Pikkjärv stacks up: best northern pike lakes in Estonia · best european perch lakes in Estonia · best burbot lakes in Estonia
Browse all Estonia fishing maps. See every water on DepthScout. Bathymetry credit: Estonian Environment Agency / Tallinn University, CC BY 4.0. How we build these maps. Fish here with a sonar unit that logs? Send us your depth data and we'll improve this chart, credited to you. For fishing guidance only, never navigation.