The lake trout is prized as a game fish, mainly because of its size and power. The ideal temperature for lake trout is near 50 degrees, so they’re usually found on or near the bottom of the water body.

Jigging with lures or cut sucker bait are effective ways of catching lakers through the ice. In early spring, just after "ice out," they are generally taken by trolling near the surface with spoons or wobblers and natural bait, such as shiners or suckers. In summer, troll deep with wire or lead-core lines or downriggers, with sewn-on bait or spoons.

information on this page gathered from NH Fish and game website, Illustrations © Joseph Tomelleri