Fishing from Loch Lomond Waterfront
Wild trout, salmon, enormous pike, perch and powan, a fish unique to Loch Lomond abound in the Loch. Our shore line is a favourite haunt of game and coarse fishermen and is now available exclusively to Waterfront guests. Friendly ghillies ( instructors) can be hired to show novices the delights of this sport or to accompany the more ambitious fisherman to the remote mountain lochs in the area.
Loch Lomond "The Big Loch" is a world renowned fishing venue with a wide variety of fish waiting to be caught. Lodge guests can buy rod licences from the WATERFRONT and have the freedom of a huge area of varied fishing. This includes our own ½ mile beat of unique sandy, fish-rich water. Friendly instructors can be hired to show the novice "how to" or to help experienced fishermen brush up their skills
Every year the king of the fish, the wild Atlantic Salmon migrate from the sea back to the river of their birth. Along with Sea Trout, these game fish make their way from northern seas into the Firth of Clyde. From here they travel up the River Leven and enter Loch Lomond at Balloch.
The fish linger in the loch, providing increasingly good sport before leaving it again to other rivers including the nearby River Endrick to spawn. Loch Lomond is perfectly situated to help you enjoy a relaxing fishing break. Loch Lomond has an enviable reputation as a course fishing venue. In 1947, T. Morgan caught the Scottish record Pike which weighed an incredible 47lbs 11oz (21.63kg) from the Loch. Around the Balmaha area, smaller fish such as Perch, Roach, Ruffe and Dace can be caught. Pike anglers throughout Britain, rate the Loch Lomond Pike as the hardest fighting of all. The Loch is also one of the few homes in Scotland to the elusive Powan. It is a variety of the fresh-water Houting - a "whitefish" with an adipose fin. It can grow to around 18" (46cm) and a weight of 2lbs (907g). The Powan is a protected species and if caught should be quickly returned.
Further info on Loch Lomond fishing
Loch Lomond Waterfront has its own private and exclusive sandy beach from which fishing for coarse species is possible. For those wishing to enjoy a day in search of Salar, the salmon boat hire can be arranged at the adjacent yard. Discounted fishing permits can be purchased in the resort. Professional guides can be arranged to help locate the fish.
Our own stocked Rainbow Trout lochan is under construction. Tuition in the art of fly-fishing can be arranged with our own fully qualified and accredited instructor. Whether it is the challenge of a days fishing for the silver Salmon and Sea Trout or catching a Rainbow Trout from he onsite lochan, you can be assured that every skill level will be catered for.
For those looking to venture out further into The Trossachs area and beyond, fishing can be arranged on a variety of lochs and rivers. Local Ghillies and Guides can be arranged which will help you enjoy your day by loch and river to its fullest.
There is no close season for coarse fishing as it is available all year round. However there is a close season for game fish to allow them to spawn and recover condition. The dates for the Loch Lomond system are:
Tuition through Loch Lomond Waterfront with John Milne SGAIC
We are very pleased to have John Milne as our resident Professional Fly-fishing Instructor. John is one of Scotland's busiest and best instructors since he started teaching in 1999. He is an Accredited, Licensed, Insured and Fully Qualified holder of the prestigious Scottish Game Angling Instructors Certificate (SGAIC). He is also a fully trained First Aider and has Full Disclosure Scotland which allows him to work safely and appropriately with young people.
John's relaxed style of teaching gets the very best out of each client making the experience both worthwhile and memorable.
He writes regular angling articles for local newspapers and is a respected contributor to the very popular Total Flyfisher Magazine.
He will improve your casting in every way whether you are a complete beginner looking to get started or an experienced angler looking to hone your skills.
Casts taught include: Basic Overhead Cast, Shooting Line, Roll Cast, Single Haul, Double Haul.
John offers two hour lessons on a one-to-one basis, small groups and he is available for corporate days.
Guided fishing can be arranged at New Howwood Trout Fishery, Lawfield Trout Fishery and New Haylie Trout Fishery. Transport to and from the venues can be arranged at additional cost. John can teach: Dry Fly, Wet Fly, Nymphs, Lures.
As a full time instructor and guide John is available seven days a week including evenings to fit in with your available free time. Complete novices, ladies and children are most welcome.
All tackle and safety equipment is provided and included in the cost.
Costs- inclusive of permit
Adult - £20 per hour minimum of 2 hours
Child under 17yrs - £15 per hour minimum of 2 hours
Adult and child - £25 per hour minimum of 2 hours
Full and half days can be arranged.
Contact and bookings: Tel/Fax 0141 571 2164,
Mobile 0777 956 7763
E-mail john.milne53@ntlworld.com
Testimonials:
"Many thanks for getting me started on my fishing life" Graham Elrick
"A wonderful days fishing in spectacular surroundings" George Hutton
"A great day out for the family with everyone catching a fish" Peter Clark
"Thanks John for showing us so much in two days" Jean and Nicole Blanc