Loch Shiel
Long West Highland loch with boat-only fishing for plentiful wild brown trout plus salmon and sea trout.
Venue information
- Location
- Acharacle, Lochaber
- Address
- Loch Shiel, Acharacle, Argyll PH36 4JL Verified
- Access
- Visitor permit; boat required
- Opening information
- Brown trout 15 March–7 October; salmon/sea trout 1 May–30 September
- Ticket information
- Permits available via the fishery / Acharacle; check current price
Map position
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Recorded fish species
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Access and fishing rules
Boat required. Fly fishing and spinning are permitted; no bait fishing. Salmon are catch-and-release throughout the season and early sea trout must be returned. Sensitive bird areas may be temporarily closed.
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