Mug's Pool & Reedy Loch
Isle of Harris, Scotland
Mug's Pool is located on the River Ulladale, at the head of a large pool or lochan where fish can be found. Under favora ...
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Loch Uladail
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.
Small
Larger lakes with good spawning often contain lots of smaller trout. Smaller lakes with limited spawning can produce larger trout.
Loch Uladail is a great favourite and one of the most stunning in the world!
There's only one boat available which will accommodate two rods for targeting the salmon and sea trout that frequent the loch.
To reach the water, you need to take a short car trip to the dam at Loch Chilostair and then walk 3 miles on a well-defined footpath. The descent into Loch Ulladale is very steep, so you need to be careful while walking.
Duration
01:13
Distance
5.02 km
Ascent
137.33m
Difficulty
69 / 100
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