Paistunturi area is ideal for hikers who like fishing. Hook-and-line - fishing and ice fishing are allowed without a permit in the wilderness area, except in restricted waters, which include Loktajávri, Rohtoluoppal, Basejávri (Pyhäjärvi) and Várddoaijávri. For other methods of fishing like angling, persons between 18-69 years need to pay the fisheries management fee (eraluvat.fi) and to buy the appropriate fishing permit.

• The permits can be obtained from Siida - Northern Lapland Nature Centre or at eraluvat.fi.
• In Kevo Strict Nature Reserve next to the Wilderness Area, fishing is not allowed.
• Fishers need to check the restrictions on fishing sites (kalastusrajoitus.fi)
  
• Paistunturi fishing permits (eraluvat.fi)