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Loch Haladail

Loch Haladail

Water managed by Reasort Estates

Type
Lake
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: 12 Aug – 18 Aug
Sea trout & salmon run Jun–Sep
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.
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.

Regarded as a dour loch but can be great fun. In 1989 the second-largest salmon to be caught on the estate was taken from Halladale weighing in at 17 ½ lbs. Take the road from the castle towards Hushinish and drive for about 1 mile. Park at the white post and then walk 400 yards to your left towards the loch. The loch can be fished in most conditions and yields both salmon and sea trout. There is 1 boat.

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