Loch Fleodach Coire
Assynt, Scotland
An hour and twenty minutes from Inchnadamph, this interesting trout loch is set high up with more average sized trout bu ...
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Fiddle Loch
Water managed by Assynt Angling Group
Type
Lake
Species
Brown trout
Low alkalinity
High alkalinity indicates water fertility and can signal the presence of larger trout. Fish in alkaline waters have a wider variety of invertebrates to feed on.
Shallow
The depth of a lake has significant impacts on its ecology. Reduced heat and light in deep lakes inhibit algal growth.
Low shoreline complexity
A lake with a high shoreline complexity will have numerous bays, points and peninsulas.
Mid elevation
Lakes at a higher altitude can take longer to warm up during the season and may not fish well until summer.
Very small
Larger lakes with good spawning often contain lots of smaller trout. Smaller lakes with limited spawning can produce larger trout.
Fiddle loch lies roughly an hour and a quarter's walk northeast of Inchnadamph, set among the hills at moderate altitude. It is a very small water of just over 3 hectares, with a simple shoreline that shows only minor indentations. Despite its modest size, the loch is relatively deep for Highland waters, and the low alkalinity reflects the surrounding moorland terrain.
The water holds trout of respectable size, with persistent tales of much larger fish. The remote setting ensures solitude for the fly fisher willing to make the journey.
The route from Inchnadamph follows a steady climb southeast through rough country, crossing moorland and rising ground for approximately 6 kilometres. The path winds through increasingly wild terrain before reaching this secluded water, offering the adventurous angler a peaceful and potentially rewarding experience.
Distance
3.36 km
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