Uig Lodge Fishing and Field Sports
River Fishing
The river at Uig Lodge is home to five renowned fishing pools, each with its own character, challenges and rewards: the Corner Pool, Gorge Pool, Green Bank/Canal, Ciste and Sea Pool.
The tranquil Sea Pool can be especially rewarding on a rising tide, when shoals of salmon are drawn close to shore. Further upstream, the Green Bank/Canal is a consistently productive stretch, particularly in high water, when precise fly presentation can bring exciting sport.
The Gorge Pool is the river’s principal holding pool, where fast-flowing water makes for challenging yet exhilarating fishing. Nearby, the General’s Stand offers an ideal vantage point for watching salmon as they move through the river – a pastime that captivated author Arthur Ransome during his visits in the 1940s.
At the foot of the river, the Corner Pool marks the final major holding pool before Loch Slacsavat. With a strong wind and a good wave, it can provide exceptional conditions, particularly when the river is running high.
Together, these distinctive pools offer a varied and rewarding salmon fishing experience, shaped by the ever-changing character of the river.
Bruton Stream
One of the most exciting and distinctive salmon fly waters in the British Isles, the Bruton Stream flows where Uig Sands meets Uig Bay, offering the rare and exhilarating opportunity to catch salmon in salt water. Named after Clive Bruton, the first to recognise its remarkable potential, it remains a prized destination for those drawn to the thrill of tide-driven fishing.
Timing is everything. Salmon move with the tide, travelling up through the estuary before returning towards the sea as the water begins to ebb. It is during this fleeting window that the Bruton Stream truly comes alive. When a shoal pauses in the estuary, the fishing can be exceptional, with the prospect of a memorable catch. A strong westerly wind can further improve conditions, holding back the tide and encouraging the fish to remain longer.
Loch Slacsavat
Once the salmon enter fresh water, most make their way towards the loch, where the traditional approach is to fish from a boat accompanied by a ghillie. For those who prefer to fish from the shore, the loch also offers exciting opportunities, particularly in the shallow waters close to the bank.
Conditions can make all the difference. A strong wind is often the key to a successful day, creating the movement and waves that bring the loch to life and encourage salmon within reach. On the right day, the combination of wild conditions and superb fishing makes for an unforgettable experience.
Loch Suainaval
Stretching for around three miles, Loch Suainaval forms the headwaters of the Fhorsa System and offers a wonderfully wild and remote setting for fishing. While salmon are present, the loch is particularly renowned for its brown trout and elusive ferox trout.
Fishing is primarily enjoyed from a boat, allowing anglers to explore the loch’s open waters and reach some of its most promising lies. For those seeking a quieter and more traditional Highland fishing experience, Loch Suainaval offers a rewarding day surrounded by the untouched landscapes of the Outer Hebrides.
Estuary Pools
Downstream of the lodge, the Boronish Bridge Pool is renowned for its sea trout fishing. While it is not considered a prime salmon pool, there is always the possibility of encountering a salmon as fish move through the system.
Further upstream, the Duck and Scar Pools can hold good numbers of salmon early in the season, with fish gradually making their way into the non-tidal pools as the season progresses. These stretches are particularly productive for sea trout and estuary brown trout, offering varied and rewarding sport throughout the season.
The river, lochs and estuary pools offer a varied and rewarding fishing experience shaped by the ever-changing character of the Outer Hebrides.
Red Deer Stalking
The estate offers red deer stalking in remarkable scenery during the stag season, before switching to the hind season for the winter.
Stag stalking: 1 July – 20 October
Hind stalking: 21 October – 15 February
Pool Guide
Find out more about our fishing beats on the map, with further information on each below.
Map visual for prototype layout; exact fishing-beat coordinates can be connected when supplied by the client.