River Brogaig
Isle of Skye
The River Brogaig runs south for a few miles before emptying into Staffin Bay, a small spate river that depends on fresh ...
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Kilmartin River
Water managed by Portree Angling Association
Type
River
Species
Brown trout, Salmon, and Sea trout
Migratory run
Salmon run from late June, peaking in July and largely over by the end of August. Sea trout run from June, building to a peak in August and tailing off through September. Spring tides every ~2 weeks bring fresh fish in from the sea to the river mouths.
Next spring tides: 28 Aug – 1 Sep
Sea trout & salmon run Jun–Sep
The Kilmartin River rises on the Trotternish Ridge and flows past the village of Malagar, working its way down the valley through a succession of holding pools before joining the sea at Staffin Bay. It is a spate river, dependent on rain to bring fish up from the tide, and given sufficient water it can fish well throughout its length.
Both salmon and sea trout are present, with the occasional salmon among the runs of sea trout. Fly, small spinner, and worm are all suitable methods, and all legal methods are permitted, a policy intended to encourage younger anglers. Access is good, with the Malagar road running alongside much of the river. Parking is available on the Malagar road itself, or in Stenscholl, and those fishing the lower beats will find a convenient lay-by beside the bridge on the single-track road leading to the slipway.
Distance
0.82 km
Rules
Fish limits & sizes
Salmon
All salmon must be returned
Club rules
Sunday fishing
Sunday fishing is reserved for members only.
Permits
A fishing permit is required before fishing any waters.
Safety warning
Life jackets
Boat hire includes 2 life jackets, which must be worn.
Season
Brown trout
15 Mar – 30 Sep
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Salmon
11 Feb – 15 Oct
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Sea trout
11 Feb – 15 Oct
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
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