Fishing on the Northern Dvina - features, interesting facts and reviews

Reasons for the popularity of the reservoir

Fishing on the Northern Dvina in the Arkhangelsk region is very popular for a reason. This attitude towards the river has developed due to some advantages over other bodies of water. If you ask a visiting fisherman why he chose this particular place for fishing, the answers will be something like this:

• there is a huge selection of picturesque fishing spots;
• getting here by private car is quite easy;
• Fishing is allowed in the region at any time of the year;
• the bite will be good even when using conventional gear;
• The waters of the river are rich in fish resources almost anywhere.

Also, the undoubted advantages include the excellent infrastructure and amazing nature of the Arkhangelsk region. Here you can not only enjoy fishing, but also have fun with your family or friends. And thanks to the good climate and diversity of aquatic life, the Northern Dvina attracts professional fishermen and amateurs from all over Russia.

Fishing on the Northern and Western Dvina

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The Western Dvina is rightfully considered one of the largest rivers in northeastern Europe. Its waters pass through the territory of Russia, Latvia, and Belarus. The length is 1020 km.

Fishing on the Western Dvina is popular both among local experienced fishermen and among beginners and visiting amateurs. The diversity of representatives of fish families allows you to use any type of gear for fishing, experiment with baits, lures, and fishing techniques.

Winter fishing features

The Northern Dvina River is one of the largest bodies of water in the European part of Russia. Fishing here, according to reviews, can vary significantly in different places and at different times of the year. Most lovers of a calm atmosphere come here in the summer. But adherents of active recreation try to get to the Arkhangelsk region in winter.

Hunting and fishing on the Northern Dvina in January are characterized by unique excitement and great interest. The best time of year to catch predatory fish. Its diversity is very high in the tributaries and estuaries of the river. The best option for such fishing is the use of spoons and bottom fishing rods. If you want to get a big catch in January, then reviews recommend choosing a place with warm water, since most predators prefer to be in such conditions.

Winter holidays include skiing!

Not far from the regional center there is the Mukhino sports base. There are low prices and excellent natural beauty. According to reviews, the service is good, you can come with children. Inexpensive ski rental is available. One hundred rubles per person to ride without restrictions - it’s convenient.

The slopes have various hills and descents, as well as steep ski slopes. And a very beautiful area! Lacy trees covered in frost, spruce trees dressed in snow coats and hats - all this is pleasing to the eye. Many come here from different regions of the country. You can stay in winter huts. A sauna and full hot meals are always ready here.

International sports competitions are held on the track. Even Olympic athletes train here. But it will not be difficult for beginners to complete the route due to the unusually beautiful nature, birds and animals. They can be found in the forest.

Fishing during the thaw

February and March are the best months for burbot fishing. Fishing during this period will be exciting in its own way, but the problem of making an ice hole may discourage novice fishermen from such an activity. If you do not want to bother with the drill, it is recommended to wait until it thaws. As soon as the ice melts a little, underwater predators will go in search of food, which will allow them to get the maximum catch. At this time of year you should step on the ice with great caution, as its strength can often be deceptive.

If the water does not completely melt before April, then moving on thin ice is strictly prohibited. Unfortunately, there are many examples of the death of inexperienced fishermen as a result of careless fishing in the spring. However, if you do not neglect safety rules, then April fishing will bring you the greatest catch. After hibernation, the fish are quite hungry, so they will gladly swallow almost any bait. It is best to use a regular float rod or spinning rod for such fishing.

Weather

The weather has almost no effect on holidays in Western Dvina. Hunters will not be afraid of rain, but skiers will not be afraid of frost. If a family with children has arrived, then they will find something to do under the roof: a full range of entertainment is provided for this occasion. After all, baths, saunas, gyms and fitness are very healthy activities. The city's website is constantly updated with weather conditions. This is enough for a weekend getaway.

Come to this wonderful corner with your family or friends at any time of the year, in any weather. Western Dvina will be glad to see you!

Fishing for navaga

If you want to catch navaga, fishing on the Northern Dvina is recommended in early May. For this purpose, it is best to use a boat, since even a professional fisherman is unlikely to be able to catch fish from the shore. Raw meat or pieces of fish are ideal as bait. After casting your fishing rod, constantly play with the line, since this type of fish bites best on a moving bait. If you set the optimal pace, you will achieve the best results. Remember that large specimens of navaga bite quite strongly and sharply, so under no circumstances let go of the fishing rod. You need to hook the fish as quickly as possible, otherwise it will go to depth.

Peculiarities of the National Hunt

The Diana hunting base in Western Dvina was built taking into account the picturesque landscape near the lake. The air is healing from the aroma of the forest, the singing of birds delights the ear. The goal of the organizers was to create conditions for fishing, hunting and hiking. You can admire nature while riding along the cycling trails. A boat ride on the lake will create a romantic atmosphere. Here you can practice various summer sports, including horse riding. After a walk or hike, it’s good to visit the bathhouse.

For those who don't like killing animals, there is a shooting stand. You can take a walk around the surrounding area not only by horse or bicycle, but also by ATV. In winter, visitors can enjoy ski tracks running through protected areas. On the trail you can meet animals, of which there are so many in the forests.

You can hunt on your own or with a huntsman. How can one not remember the famous film! Bear, wild boar, elk, fox, hare, woodcock, drake, black grouse, capercaillie - all these types of hunting are allowed and practiced.

Bream hunting

Fishing for bream in April on the Northern Dvina can give quite good results, but if you want to catch a truly trophy species, you will have to put in a lot of effort. It is necessary to constantly move along the river, since bream rarely stays in one place for a long time. The best places to cast a fishing rod will be tributaries and river mouths. A float or feeder fishing rod is used as gear. The best bait is a regular dung worm. The period of active biting does not last long - about two weeks, so you need to catch the bream as quickly as possible.

Fishing for crucian carp

The Northern Dvina attracts fishermen from all over Russia with fairly large varieties of crucian carp. The best time to catch this type of fish is in the last week of May. At this time of year, you can catch individuals whose weight ranges from 1.5 to 2 kilograms. Schools of crucian carp constantly move between the tributaries of the river, so you should look for them along the river. Once you find a cool spot, be sure to use some kind of bait to keep the fish in one place. Maggot, worm or corn are suitable as bait. Crucian carp is caught using a regular float rod with a line thickness of at least 0.4 millimeters.

Pike hunting

This toothy predator is the favorite prey of any fisherman. The best places for pike fishing on the Northern Dvina are the tributaries of the river. The largest species are found in the channel parts of tributaries. Some individuals reach one and a half sizes in length, but catching such a trophy is very rare. The best bait for summer pike fishing is an earthworm or dung worm. You can also use small pike, the weight of which does not exceed 400 grams. And as gear for summer pike hunting, reviews recommend getting a good spinning rod that can withstand large fish.

What kind of fish can you catch in the Western Dvina

The Dvina is considered a river specially intended for fishermen.

Sometimes, especially in summer, it can be difficult to find a free fishing area, so many lovers of quiet hunting come together.

There are a lot of fish here, the following species can be distinguished:

• chub;
• pike;
• burbot;
• crucian carp;
• asp;
• silver bream;
• bream

Less common are pike perch, eel, gudgeon, ruff and grayling. Migratory species include lamprey, sterlet, and brown trout.

Sometimes sabrefish are caught, but the orders of this fish are not very numerous.

Fishing is especially productive in sections of the river flowing in the Tver region, recognized as the cleanest in environmental terms.

Perch fishing

This predator can reach quite large sizes, especially in the summer. Pulling an individual weighing more than 1 kilogram out of the water is not an easy task. The perch will actively resist until it is exhausted. In this regard, it is recommended to use strong tackle that can withstand the resistance of the fish. Suitable baits include worms, bloodworms, pieces of meat and fish, and most imitation baits: wobblers, spoons, and so on. Also remember that perch is a schooling fish. If you find a large school, then a truly rich catch awaits you.

Salmon fishing

This type of fish has always attracted anglers, because the process of catching it is truly exciting and exciting, and the trophy qualities of even the smallest specimens continue to be at their best. A part of the river with a fast and changeable current, the banks of which are littered with cobblestones, is suitable for fishing. Salmon is considered a fairly strong fish, so to catch it you will have to use a good spinning rod. The tackle should be thrown in the direction of the current at approximately an angle of 45°. An ordinary worm or maggot is suitable as bait.

Fishing on the Nikolsky sleeve

Winter fishing on the Nikolsky branch of the Northern Dvina annually attracts professionals and amateurs from all over Russia to this place. People gather on the ice in large groups in order to catch large pike, perch or roach. For this purpose, it is best to use bottom fishing rods, and bloodworms or an ordinary worm will serve well as bait.

Although the relevance of such fishing in the winter season does not mean at all that there is nothing to do here in spring or summer. Here you can also catch quite large specimens of grayling, ide, silver bream, burbot and bream. Bread crumb, corn, pearl barley and other cereals are used for bait. It is best to fish from a boat, as they prefer to settle at depth. This is best done at dawn or sunset.

Fish biting forecast on the Northern Dvina River

Fishing in Kotlas

Fishing in Kotlas on the Northern Dvina is considered a rather promising activity. There are a large number of meadow islands and shallows that can be used to cast a fishing rod. It is preferable to use a spinning rod or donka as gear. Any simulator is suitable for bait.

Winter fishing is also quite popular in the region. The water here freezes quite quickly due to the weak current and shallow depth. For winter fishing, it is best to use bottom tackle. You can catch quite large specimens of perch, roach, pike and burbot using bloodworms, according to reviews.

in autumn

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The Dvina in Markovshchina on a September morning can produce more than 10 kilograms of pike. But you see fish more often than you catch them. Sitting with a fishing rod, you watch with bated breath as beautiful chubs emerge from the depths. They swim right up to the shore, and, not paying any attention to your delicacies, together go into the depths. In the Polotsk area and on the scree in October-November, you will be very lucky to attack a school of burbot, you just need to have more worms. In December, these places will already freeze, and you can’t approach them - it’s dangerous. And where there is still water, it’s worth trying to equip gear for pike perch.

Fishing in Arkhangelsk

If you are still looking for a cool place, then you should go fishing on the Northern Dvina, in Arkhangelsk. There are quite a lot of fishing spots in this region, where fishermen come not only from Yekaterinburg, but also from all over Russia. Perhaps this popularity is due to the excellent bite, or perhaps to the picturesque landscapes. Here you can catch perch, whitefish, pike, and ruff without any problems.

In the region you can find several forest lakes that are rich in various fish. There are no ebbs and flows here, and a good bite is observed throughout the day in any weather. Among fishermen, the small lake Smerdye is most famous. Here you can catch perch, whitefish, roach and other fish.

Fishing enthusiasts often visit the White Sea. Despite the good bite, the overall picture is spoiled by harsh weather conditions in this region. In winter, strong winds constantly blow here and there are severe frosts, and there are also ebbs and flows. All these features make fishing very problematic, but this is not a hindrance for experienced anglers. In addition, you can come to the White Sea by your own car, which is a definite advantage compared to forest lakes.

Recommended fishing spots on the river at different times of the year

The favorite dishes of river inhabitants, as well as their stopping places, can differ radically with changes in weather and temperature. Therefore, so that your trip does not turn out to be a waste of time, we recommend that you familiarize yourself with the sections of the Western Dvina where, according to the experience of fishermen, good specimens are found.

in spring

The spring season is characterized by activity:

To test their skills in practice, fishermen are advised to go:

1. To the Novopolotsk region. Here you have the best chance of catching large bream up to 5 kg. Takes right near the city beach for maggots. In the middle of the channel there are a lot of roach, rudd, and silver bream.
2. Near the new Vitebsk bridge. Chub of different sizes respond actively. You can use a feeder and try to get the asp.
3. Upstream or downstream from the village of Ruby. This place is interesting because of its 10 km sandy bottom, rifts, and strong river stream. Therefore, you can often observe the fight of an asp or the splashes of a chub. Pike and perch love such areas.

In summer

The summer trophy is considered to be:

Catching areas include:

1. Rubanovo district. Increased predator activity is observed. The fish is hiding in the grass, on the bistriak.
2. Beshenkovich. The border between slow and fast currents can bring large asp or perch.
3. Village Ruba. The best time is July. The water is clear everywhere, so you can see the bottom. Lots of rolls. Pike, perch and roach are caught.
4. New bridge. Throughout June, catfish are caught at night.
5. Mosquitoes. Pike perch hunters come here. The bottom is covered with holes up to 10 m deep.

in winter

The Western Dvina is quite dangerous for beginners during the winter months. Without knowing the places, it is better not to go out on the ice because you may come across potholes. There are enough of them due to areas with fast currents.

If you are confident in the coverage and have taken a partner with you, you can try your luck in catching:

The city limits of Vitebsk are most popular at this time. This is due to smooth and reliable ice. The Shevensky backwater, where one of the tributaries flows from Lake Shevino into the Dvina, is also in demand. Here you can catch perch on jigs, and pike up to 3 kg on girders. It is recommended to use a tungsten weight.

in autumn

1. Mosquitoes. Night fishing for bream is popular. Pike and asp are active.
2. Shevinka. There is a good bite of perch in this area. Asp fights are observed. There are ruffs.
3. City limits of Vitebsk. A fishing spot is a connection between shallow water and a channel. Pike and asp live here. There are enviable catfish – up to 26 kg.

Interesting things about fishing

The Northern Dvina was formed as a result of the confluence of two rivers – the Sukhona and the Yuga. It flows into the Dvina Bay of the White Sea. Therefore, marine life often swims into the reservoir, especially near the mouth of the river. A prime example is sea bass.

The strength of the current in the lower reaches depends almost entirely on the frequency of the tides. The depth in these places may vary at different times of the year. Therefore, if you decide to go fishing in the Arkhangelsk region, it is recommended to take several gear with you at once: a spinning rod, a donkey and a regular float rod. This approach will be the most practical.

To increase the intensity of bites, it is recommended to use fertilizers with pheromones or bite activators. Unfortunately, the latter may be banned in the near future, but they are still relevant in 2021.

In the waters of the Northern Dvina with the arrival of autumn you can catch a large number of bleak. To do this, you need to use regular tackle without a float with several hooks evenly tied along the entire length of the fishing line. Maggot is perfect as bait. We cast the fishing rod and wait about two minutes. After this time, several small fish will be on the hooks at once. In just a couple of hours of such fishing, you can catch a whole bucket of bleak, which is highly valued on the market, especially when smoked.

River rafting

Fans of water tourism can take a route along the Western Dvina, designed for two sailing days on May water. The current is fast at this time. The detachment can be transported to Lake Okhvat. The width of the river here is from fifteen meters. Wooded banks with beautiful boulders. The riverbed is rocky, with rifts and rapids that can be easily passed in a kayak.

Gradually approaching the city of the same name, the Western Dvina River widens, reaching fifty meters in places. After Andreapol, it winds and flows through marshy areas. There are both reaches and rifts. Here you can see blue birds flying over the water - kingfishers.

This area is sparsely populated. You will be able to take a break from the bustle of the city.