Loch Awe

Argyll, Scotland

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One of Scotland's premier pike waters — long, winding and productive, with good perch and roach too.

Fishery rules

Permit required. Barbless hooks for pike.

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Boat hire

Water details

Depth

Avg 32m · Max 93.6m

Lakebed

Rocky and sandy

Clarity

Clear

Key features

The loch features numerous bays with varying depths, including shallow, rocky, and reedy areas. Underwater features include islands and diverse marginal zones that provide varied habitats for trout and pike.

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Pegs & swims

No pegs listed yet.

Species in this lake

Mid-morning to midday in winter; dawn/dusk in summer

Pike

Esox lucius

Deadbait legering, Float-paternoster, Lure fishing

Dawn and dusk, with a secondary feed through the day in winter

Roach

Rutilus rutilus

Groundbait swim, Loosefeed over depth, Slow-sinking casters

Dawn and dusk, overcast days year-round

Perch

Perca fluviatilis

Float-fished worm, Drop-shotting, Lure fishing