Loch Cleat
Highland, Scotland
Loch Cleat lies in the low ground of the Trotternish peninsula on Skye, within a few kilometres of the coast. It is a ve ...
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Coastguard Loch
Water managed by Portree Angling 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.
Very small
Larger lakes with good spawning often contain lots of smaller trout. Smaller lakes with limited spawning can produce larger trout.
This small loch lies within a few hundred metres of the sea on the north coast of Skye, close to the old coastguard cottages at Duntulm. It is a very small water of little more than a hectare, with a simple, near-circular outline and a moderate depth for its size. Despite its modest dimensions, the water is clear and productive, with high alkalinity — a reflection of the coastal setting and the base-rich ground that surrounds it.
No fishing details are recorded for this loch.
The loch is easily reached from the road at Duntulm, where parking is possible with care beside the water's edge.
