Loch of Skaill
Mainland, Orkney
This is trophy water and the fishing is reserved for OTFA members only. The fish average over 2lb, in fact the rules of ...
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Loch of Clumly
Water managed by Orkney Trout Fishing Association
Type
Lake
Species
Brown trout
High 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.
Low elevation
Lakes at a higher altitude can take longer to warm up during the season and may not fish well until summer.
Small
Larger lakes with good spawning often contain lots of smaller trout. Smaller lakes with limited spawning can produce larger trout.
This very small water which lies between Skaill and Harray can also be regarded as capable of producing specimens fish under 2lb should be returned to achieve their full potential weight.
One reason for the rapid growth rates of the trout in Clumly is the vast amount of Corixa and Sticklebacks therein and the choice of fly pattern should reflect this. The loch cannot withstand heavy fishing pressure and as the season progresses the fish become increasingly difficult to locate and it is generally felt that they take refuge in the large weed beds and are therefore uncatchable.
Loch of Harray
Mainland, Orkney
Harray is widely regarded as the jewel in the Orkney trout fishing crown and the most famous fishery. The loch extends t ...
Loch of Stenness
Mainland, Orkney
Stenness is the least fished of the main Orkney lochs probably because it is most difficult to come to terms with. Its u ...