NORTHERN PIKE: Northern Pike are the fresh-water sharks of the north. It's hard to say what an average size is because there is such a high population of every size pike. You can catch lots of small eating size pike right up to 20 pound trophies. The important thing is you are catching a lot of fish, which is the enjoyment of fishing. Your best bet for a trophy is on Big Pine Lake as it's designated as a catch & release trophy-lake. Pike fishing tips Big Pine Lake: Fishing persons will enjoy catching Walleye, Northern Pike, Smallmouth Bass, Lake & Brook Trout from our lakes. Big Pine Lake is strictly a trophy lake. You can catch and eat as much fish as you like while at camp but no fish are to be brought home from this lake. In this way, we can ensure a healthy populatiom for generations to come. Please contact us for information on other lakes in the area which allow you to keep fish for home.