Lake trout are long lived and can reach a large size, however specimens over 10 pounds are seldom taken in this part of Alaska. Lake trout spawn in fall, generally close to freeze-up. They are commonly caught by trolling large spoons in relatively deep water. Northern Pike occur in a number of lakes and rivers in the Upper Tanana Management Area. Northern pike generally occupy low lying wetland areas and interconnected lakes and sloughs in the lower reaches of these systems, although some populations are found in lakes not connected to river systems.
Northern pike are predators, feeding primarily on other fish.
They spawn in the spring and can live for more than 20 years. Northern pike over 20 pounds have been caught in the Upper Tanana Management Area, however, fish from 2 to 10 pounds are most common. The Alaska Department of Fish and Game administers all programs and activities free from discrimination on the basis of sex, color, race, religion, national origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, or disability.