Fishing
Dumfries and Galloway has a selection of some of the finest rivers in Scotland and every type of fishing is catered for. There are hundreds of great sea fishing locations on our 200 miles of coastline and our rivers are excellent.
The River Annan is a lovely river packed with trout and salmon of the very highest calibre. Permits are available online at and permits are available from the website at www.fishpal.com/Scotland/Annan.
The River Nith, from its source near New Cumnock to the Nith Estuary, is arguably one of Scotland’s most productive Salmon rivers. Find out all you need to know about the Nith as well as online booking at www.fishnith.co.uk
If you’d prefer to visit the west of the region visit www.gallowayangling.co.uk/ where you’ll find a site packed with information about fishing in Galloway.
The New Galloway Angling Association manages the River Ken which is home to lots of wild brown trout, pike and perch.
Many of the local estates offer private fishing and there are plenty of local fisheries where stocks are kept well topped up.
Fishing friendly:
Spectacular stately home with exhilarating trails in some of Scotland’s most beautiful scenery
Award winning hotel with a Michelin Starred chef, access to one of Scotland’s finest salmon rivers and fantastic views
A warm and welcoming holiday park offering holiday homes, lodges and caravans as well as fully serviced pitches for tents, touring caravans and motorhomes.
Three star campsite with 50 pitches, chalets, static caravans, sheilings and bothies for hire
Pony trekking, visitor centre, farm shop, cafe and farm tours
Holiday homes, camping and caravan pitches and all withing half an hour of the region's 7stanes and Drumlanrig mountain biking trails.
Holiday homes, camping and caravan pitches and all withing half an hour of the region's 7stanes and Drumlanrig mountain biking trails.
One of the region’s most beautiful holiday parks on Scotland’s Riviera
