Lang Clodie Loch
water managed by Shetland Anglers Association
Reached by a fair walk inland from the west coast, Lang Clodie makes an excellent basecamp. The loch sits in a sheltered valley beneath the sea cliffs, giving good cover from north-westerly and southerly winds and offering fine views out to sea.
The loch itself is very small and shallow, with a gently indented shoreline and moderate fertility. Conditions like these suit trout well, and Lang Clodie holds plenty of them. The fish are small but spirited, rarely topping 8 oz, and will chase a fly freely — often with surprising aggression for their size. Spawning is strong, and the loch has no shortage of mature fish, though larger specimens are unlikely.
Lang Clodie is also well placed as a starting point for exploring the maze of waters scattered across the back of Ronas Hill, making it as much a base for adventure as a fishing destination in its own right.
- Mainland, Shetland
- Lake
- Brown trout
Permission & Tickets
Fishing permits can be purchased at either the Lerwick Tourist Office or the tackle shop, Rod and Line, which is in Harbour Street in Lerwick. The SAA organises a number of fishing competitions during the season running separate boat and bank leagues and the visiting angler will be made most welcome at these. Details will be supplied with your permit.
You can also buy a permit online from the Association's website.
Boats for hire – The Association has several boats for hire, and at present these are located at the following lochs – Loch of Benston, Loch of Asta, Loch of Northouse, Loch of Clousta, Loch of Tingwall, Sulma Water and Punds Water. These can change, but details of boat locations and hire can be got from the tackle shop.
Clubhouse – The SAA owns an unlicensed clubhouse, situated in Burns Lane in Lerwick, to which the visiting angler is most welcome. Hours of opening are from 8.30pm and 11.00pm on most Tuesdays and Fridays.
Waters nearby
Waters within 5 miles of Lang Clodie Loch