Levasjokk is a small, beautiful stream whose upper reaches lie high above the tree line. The stream is part of the Rautas system and flows into the Rautas River. The fishing is excellent, with plenty of large grayling and trout, and a chance of catching Arctic char.

The stream is varied, consisting mainly of somewhat faster-flowing sections broken up by shorter, calmer pools. There are great opportunities for sight fishing, especially for trout, which often hold close to the banks beneath overhanging willow branches. Levas is made for fly fishing and can be crossed in many places wearing waders. Both the stream itself and the surrounding terrain are easy to hike, inviting exploration and the search for rising fish.

Fishing in Levasjokk has long been very popular in the upper stretches, and that area has now been closed by the County Administrative Board this year. However, we have found our favorite stretches further downstream where fishing is still permitted. Here, trout and grayling fishing is even better, though the chances of catching Arctic char are smaller than in the now-closed section.

We spend three days fishing in Levasjokk before a helicopter takes us onward to the Kaitum River. There, we fish for another three days in what is probably Europe’s best grayling water.