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a stunning loch
Isle of Lewis, Scotland

Loch Foid

water managed by Stornoway Angling Association

Route Directions
Duration: 00:09 Distance: 0.71 km Ascent: 5.3m Difficulty: 9 / 100
High alkalinity Shallow High shoreline complexity Low elevation Small

Loch Foid trout are of a similar quality to those found in Achmore, although they may be slightly smaller in size. The fishing is good during August and September, particularly near the stream at the east end of the loch and in the narrow section. The loch is generally good for fly fishing as there are few high banks that would hinder casting.
There are also large shallow areas, making it ideal for wading.
Successful flies that have been noted include Goat’s Toe, Bibio, Clan Chief, Blae & Black, and Dabblers.

  • Isle of Lewis, Scotland
  • Lake
  • Brown trout

Permission & Tickets

Day tickets can be purchased via the association website

Waters nearby

Waters within 5 miles of Loch Foid

Loch Achmore
Isle of Lewis, Scotland
1

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 po ...

  • lake
  • Brown trout
Loch Na Craoibhe
Isle of Lewis, Scotland
2

A good starting on point on Loch Na Craoibhe, is where the boat is moored midway on the western shoreline. Start here and drift towards the narrow bay ...

  • lake
  • Brown trout
Loch Nam Falcag
Isle of Lewis, Scotland
3

Loch nam Falcag offers great fishing opportunities, with some key areas to explore. Be cautious, as it is quite shallow throughout the lake, especiall ...

  • lake
  • Brown trout
Loch A Bhuna
Isle of Lewis, Scotland
4

Loch A Bhuna average around the 6 ounce mark, with fish up to 1lb occasionally caught. The West and South shores usually fish best, with bright flies ...

  • lake
  • Brown trout
Loch Breugach
Isle of Lewis, Scotland
5

Loch Breugach is a favourite for local anglers due to its tenacious and high-quality trout, typically averaging 10 to 12 ounces. While the fishing co ...

  • lake
  • Brown trout
Loch Beag na Craoibhe
Isle of Lewis, Scotland
6

Loch Beag na Craoibhe is an ideal loch for beginners, offering a plentiful supply of trout in the 4-6 ounce range, with occasional larger specimens. T ...

  • lake
  • Brown trout
Loch Airigh Riabhach
Isle of Lewis, Scotland
7

Loch Airigh Riabhach is comparatively small loch with good quality hard fighting brown trout averaging 6-8 ounces. The South-east corner and the whol ...

  • lake
  • Brown trout
Loch Orasaigh
Isle of Lewis, Scotland
8

The Soval Estate has generously opened up access to this expansive loch, located a mere 5 miles from Stornoway. This loch boasts numerous small island ...

  • lake
  • Arctic charr and Brown trout