Locknagar Fishing in Aberdeenshire, Scotland

• Overview

  Locknagar belongs to Aberdeenshire, Scotland. Tidal water begins 34 miles from here. It sits higher than most water we list in Scotland. The town to know is Ballater, 9.6 miles out. Aboyne is 19 miles away, with Kirriemuir at 21 miles. Nearest other option: Loch nan Eun within 1.4 miles, Sandy Loch lies 1.5 miles on, Dubh Loch within 2.2 miles, Loch Muick lies 3 miles on and Loch Esk within 4.3 miles. The nearest boundary is a fair way off.

• Where to Fish on Locknagar

  We hold no depth figure for this one. This is a lake, so the margins and the first drop matter most. The shallow end warms first and pulls fish in ahead of the rest. Fish documented in Aberdeenshire include brown trout, Atlantic salmon, European eel, northern pike and perch. Some of the species recorded here are protected or tightly regulated, so check what may be targeted before you fish. Locknagar gives up its fish to patience rather than distance.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Long-run averages give July about 12°C and February about 0°C. A long season, with weather mattering more than the month. Hard water here is never dependable, so check for yourself before stepping out. April and May are the settled weeks, with October close behind. Keep it in mind when planning a trip to Locknagar.

• Tackle & Baits

  Nothing in our records says who may fish here. The map shows no ramp or car park nearby, so this is a walk-in water. For the trout, small spinners and a box of nymphs cover both approaches. Local rules can differ across the area boundary, so check where you stand. Keep proof of licence with you rather than in the car. For a change of water, Loch nan Eun is 1.4 miles distant. Check the position on Locknagar before loading the car.