Loch of Littlester
Yell, Shetland
Loch of Littlester lies a short way inland from the sea, a low-lying water with a simple, rounded shoreline. It covers r ...
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Loch of Kettlester
Water managed by Shetland Anglers Association
Type
Lake
Species
Brown trout
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.
Low 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 of Kettlester lies close to the B9081 on low coastal ground, less than a kilometre from the sea. It is a small, shallow loch of roughly 15 hectares, with low alkalinity and a simple, rounded shoreline.
The water holds brown trout in good stocks; most are small, with a few better fish around 12 ounces. Access is straightforward from the B9081, the loch being only a short walk from the road.
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