Loch Foid
Isle of Lewis, Scotland
Loch Foid lies in the low ground of Na h-Eileanan an Iar, roughly four kilometres from the coast. It is a small loch of ...
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Loch Achmore
Water managed by Stornoway Angling 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 Achmore is a favourite among local anglers. The trout average around 12 ounces and are of excellent quality. Larger trout, ranging from 1 to 2 pounds, are regularly caught, especially in the middle of the loch where there are submerged weed beds.
Boat fishing is popular, and it's recommended to navigate carefully to the main part of the loch, avoiding submerged obstacles.
The North Bay is a favourite drift, and if the wind is easterly, drifting from the boat moorings to the bay where the river flows into Loch Foid can be very productive. The loch is known to fish well in various wind conditions, except when the water becomes too turbid.
A variety of fly patterns, such as the Golden Olive Dabbler, Claret Dabbler, Clan Chief, Bibio, and Leggy Claret Bumble, are effective for catching trout. For bait fishing, using worms on the bottom is a productive method.
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