The Madison chain of lakes sports a robust pike population, including many trophy-class fish. And although the lakes might be better known for perch or even muskies, ice anglers flock here every winter for the chance at a big northern.

The Madison chain of lakes sports a robust pike population, including many trophy-class fish. And although the lakes might be better known for perch or even muskies, ice anglers flock here every winter for the chance at a big northern.
Beyond the obvious age requirement is a specific habitat that is necessary to grow big northern pike.