Fishing at Lochan Lus Dubha, Argyll and Bute, Scotland

• Overview

  Argyll and Bute in Scotland is where Lochan Lus Dubha sits. The ground around here is open valley. It covers about 11 acres, so this is small water you can walk round in under an hour. The nearest place of any size is Oban, 13 miles away. Lochgilphead is 15 miles away, with Ardrishaig at 16 miles. One jurisdiction covers this water end to end.

• Where to Fish on Lochan Lus Dubha

  Nothing in our records gives a depth for this one. The shallow end warms first and pulls fish in ahead of the rest. A natural lake fishes on cover, and cover here means weed and timber. County-wide records name brown trout, European eel, Atlantic salmon, rainbow trout and perch. At least one recorded species is protected in parts of its range; read the local rules before targeting anything. Lochan Lus Dubha fishes better once you know its edges.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Average temperature peaks around 14°C in July and bottoms out near 4°C in January. Whether it freezes depends on the year. In a normal year the cover is thin and short-lived. March through May is the strongest run, with October and November a second stretch. Time your trip to Lochan Lus Dubha by conditions rather than dates.

• Tackle & Baits

  Ownership and access are not documented in what we hold. No made access appears within a short radius, so plan to park on a verge and walk. For the trout, small spinners and a box of nymphs cover both approaches. Ask in the nearest town if you are unsure. Some water is controlled locally without a sign saying so. Lochan a' Bruic, 0.7 miles away, makes the obvious fallback. Check the position on Lochan Lus Dubha before loading the car.