Loch Dubhar-sgoth
Isle of Skye
Loch Dubhar-sgoth is a very small loch of just over 3 hectares, lying in low ground on the Isle of Skye some five kilome ...
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Loch Corcasgil
Water managed by Portree Angling Association
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.
Moderate 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.
Loch Corcasgil is a very small loch lying among the hill ground of northern Skye, roughly five kilometres from the coast and set below the long spine of the Trotternish ridge. It covers just over two hectares and, despite its modest size, holds moderate depth — enough to give the water some character through the seasons. The shoreline is moderately irregular, with a few bays and points breaking what would otherwise be a simple outline. The loch sits at a height where the ground is open and exposed, and with a fetch of little more than 350 metres it offers some shelter from the prevailing wind.
The loch holds brown trout and is noted for good early season fishing, particularly when conditions are right. It is best fished alongside neighbouring Loch Dubhar-sgoth, the two waters forming part of a group of hill lochs in this corner of the Trotternish.
Access is from the road end at Maligar. The route heads west and south over rough moorland for around four kilometres, passing through the Bealach Uige before reaching the lochs. It is a long walk over open ground and the going is uneven throughout, but the path through the bealach gives a natural line into the corrie where the water lies.
Distance
3.95 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
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