Loch of Snarravoe
Unst, Shetland
Loch of Snarravoe lies on low coastal ground a few hundred metres from the sea, close to the A968. It is a small, shallo ...
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Loch of Gutcher
Water managed by Shetland Anglers Association
Type
Lake
Species
Brown trout and Sea trout
Migratory run
Spring tides now — through 19 Jul
Sea trout run Jun–Sep, peak Aug
Low alkalinity
Very shallow
Low shoreline complexity
Low elevation
Very small
Houb at Gutcher lies immediately behind the shore of the Wick of Gutcher, beside the ferry terminal at Gutcher and separated from the sea by a narrow isthmus. This is a very small, shallow loch of just under 4 hectares, averaging about 3 metres in depth. The shoreline is simple and easily walked, the setting low and open, and the water has low alkalinity.
The loch holds mainly small trout, with a run of sea trout from August onwards. Access is straightforward: park in the ferry terminal car park and walk the short distance across to the loch, crossing the fence with care. Do not wade.
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