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Loch Ravag

Loch Ravag

Water managed by Portree Angling Association

Type
Lake
Species
Brown trout
Moderate 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.
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.

Loch Ravag is a very small loch of roughly 8 hectares, lying in low ground in the Highland region of Scotland, close to the western coast. The shoreline is moderately irregular, with a few bays and slight headlands lending the outline some variety. Despite its modest size, the loch reaches a fair depth for its setting — perhaps 5 or 6 metres at its deepest — and with moderate alkalinity the water is reasonably productive. The catchment is dominated by peat, though the water itself is not strongly coloured.

The loch sits almost entirely enclosed within forestry plantation, giving it a sheltered and somewhat remote character. The fetch is short, and the surrounding trees keep the surface largely sheltered from wind. No fishing details are available beyond its setting.

Access is by forestry track heading north-west. After roughly a mile and a quarter, a track branches off to the right; this gradually fades, but the loch should come into view below as the ground opens out.

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

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