Sound of Jura

[Broch]

I'm up near Kilmartin (West coast of Scotland) with the grand kids for a week. Does anyone know the area? Is there any worthwhile fishing on the Sound of Jura?

I don't want to be driving the kids for hours to take them fishing (especially if they don't catch) but if there's no decent fishing along the Sound I'll plan other activities

 

[knowledge=gain]

try on https://www.pinfishing.com/rubric/preview/38338/fishing-on-lake-kilmannan-reservoir and the map may show spots close to where you are

worth noting regulations change thru the year thus be best to check out before you cast-out

Fishing reports, best baits and forecast for fishing in Kilmartin River

Fishing spots and baits to use at Kilmartin River? View our maps and read detailed fishing reports from nearby anglers. Prepare for success with accurate data about the type of fish that are caugh in Kilmartin River, learn what baits are used, and fish smarter with weather forecasts.

fishbrain.com

this is interesting on the sound of jura

Sound of Jura

www.worldseafishing.com

 

[punkrockcaveman]

I visited Islay a few years back, and portnahaven and port askaig were great for pollock and coalfish- they are very similar layout to the sound itself. Anywhere with a bit of depth and flow should provide pollock around there- have a look on garmin's navionics charts online. A carolina rig with a 1oz drilled bullet and a small sandeel lure with a single hook works well, cheap, simple, effective and less shaggy than multiple hook rigs.

 

[Wandering Fred]

A lot of history around Kilmartin, so walks around the barrows & cairns, Crinan Canal is a nice stroll, the church in Kilmartin is worth a visit, Knapdale Beaver Trail & Taynish Nature Reserve is on the road which heads to Keillmore which is on the Sound of Jura.
There is a fishing tackle shop (Fyne Tackle) in Lochgilphead which will have info regarding fishing.

 

[Broch]

Thanks guys, good stuff.

Yep, I'm definitely going to be looking at the cup and ring sites - just got to make it sound exciting for 9 and 13 year olds

 

[Robbi]

Good luck with that.! Lol.

 

[knowledge=gain]

Thanks guys, good stuff.

Yep, I'm definitely going to be looking at the cup and ring sites - just got to make it sound exciting for 9 and 13 year olds

you are welcome

i do not envy you there

as already said

good luck

 

[Wandering Fred]

Yep, Kilmartin is a beautiful area but a bit short on teenager fun & entertainment!
Shame that the Kilmartin Museum is closed for refurbishment until next year as you could have taken them there too. Loads of grandparent brownie points.