Pitlochry Area Trout Fishing

Lower Kinnaird Salmon Fishing - River Tummel & Tay

Lower Kinnaird Salmon Fishing commences at the River Tummel road bridge (A827) incorporating the last three salmon pools of the River Tummel and down into the renowned Junction Pool where the River Tummel meets the River Tay. The beat extends a further 2 miles downstream and incorporates some of the best 'holding' fly water on the River Tay including famous pools such as Ferry Stream, Plantation, Swimming Pool, Island Stream, Green Bank, Ash Trees, New Pool, Fir Trees, Kindallachan & the Guay Pool.

Fresh run fish are present in the Kinnaird beat from January onwards due to the early run of Loch Tay salmon and the early arriving River Tummel salmon which back up in this magnificent beat throughout the Spring months. The fishing increases in potency from March onwards with more and more salmon seeking refuge in the unique pool formations Kinnaird is fortunate to benefit from.

The Head Ghillie Martin Edgar has worked on the Kinnaird water for 10 years, his understanding of the beat is second to none which compliments his enthusiasm and drive in delivering the perfect client experience. The fishing hut on Lower Kinnaird has full cooking facilities, hot and cold water, WC, fridge and freezer. The beat also holds a good stock of high quality fishing equipment should a client wish to hire fishing tackle.

Mill Pond - Trout Fishing
This is a small loch, set in beautiful surroundings, with natural brown trout. It has a well equipped bothy and is ideal for BBQs and picnic lunches. Float tubes can be used on this loch under the supervision of one of our ghillies and there is also a boat for the use of anglers.

Permit Prices:
Prices and availability available by contacting the Estate Office by phone or email.

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Loch Faskally

Situated between steeply wooded hills, Loch Faskally (Scottish Gaelic: Loch Faschoille) is nicely sheltered, and is approximately 2 miles in length narrowing to around 800 yards wide. Loch Faskally is man-made reservoir built between 1947 and 1950 by Wimpey Construction to stabilise river flows below the dam at Pitlochry as part of the North of Scotland Hydro-Electric Board's Tummel Hydro-Electric Power Scheme. Pitlochry Dam incorporates a salmon fish ladder, allowing around 5,400 salmon to ascend annually, and is a popular visitor attraction. Loch Faskally is fed by two rivers, the River Tummel and the River Garry from the North.

The Clunie Memorial Arch is located on the northwest side of Loch Faskally and leads to an attractive riverside picnic area, parking and picnic benches available. It was built to the same dimensions of the tunnel that carries water between Loch Tummel and the Clunie Power Station. The tunnel itself measures 2791 metres in length, approximately 400,000 tons of rock were removed during its construction.

The circular walk from Pitlochry to Killiecrankie follows a route close to Loch Faskally and then along the banks of the River Garry, this is one of the best low level walks in the area. Much of the walk is through oak and deciduous woodland, rich in wildlife such as red squirrels and woodland birds. Another highlight is the beautiful Linn of Tummel, a natural salmon leap at the confluence of the Rivers Garry and Tummel.

Fishing Loch Faskally

Loch Faskally is popular with anglers who fish for brown trout, pike and grayling. Salmon and a few sea trout pass through as they head up the Tummel and Garry systems. The water holds a good head of brown trout and the native fish are augmented by a stocking in the 1-5lb range. June sees the arrival of the summer grilse. There are also good numbers of small pike with a few larger specimens mixed in. The best recorded pike have been over 30lb.

Faskally Boating Station is easily accessible by car and has ample good parking available. The Boating Station can be found at the north end of Pitlochry and is clearly signposted on the left just as you exit the town boundary. There is a very pleasant café offering good quality, honest food at reasonable prices with excellent service.

Permits are available from the Boating Station, fishing tackle is available for sale and for hire there too. Contact the Boating Station by phone 01796 472919.

Fishing Permits: Bank per day £9.00, Bank per week £27.00, Boat 1/2 day £8.00, Boat full day £10.00, Boat weekly £36.00
Boats with Outboards: 4 Hours £30.00, 8 Hours £40.00

Notes: All anglers require a permit. Boats with outboards are for anglers only. Boats must be returned by 5.00pm. Life jackets must be worn at all times, which are included in cost of boat hire. No alcohol permitted.

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Pitlochry Angling Club

Pitlochry Angling Club offers excellent salmon and trout beats on the River Tummel & River Garry, plus bank and boat fishing on Loch Kinardochy & Loch Bhac for brown and rainbow trout. Visitor permits are available at reasonable prices, click here to download the pricelist.

Salmon Fishing on River Tummel:- Portnacraig in Pitlochry & Lower Tummel from Moulinearn to Ballinluig
Salmon Fishing on River Garry:- Ruan Ruarie

Trout & Grayling Fishing
River Tummel:- from Pitlochry to Ballinluig & Clunie Dam to Linn of Tummel
Loch Bhac:- bank and boat fishing for wild brown trout & stocker rainbow trout
Loch Kinardochy:- boat fishing for brown trout

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All permits are available online (click here). Salmon & trout permits and loch keys are available at Scotland's Hotel & Spa in Pitlochry. Trout & grayling permits are available from Ballinluig Services and Pitlochry Tourist Information Centre

Whether you prefer salmon fishing on a large river or trout fishing on a wee lochan, one things for sure, you won't be disappointed with the surrounding countryside and wildlife you'll encounter in beautiful Highland Perthshire... tight lines!

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