The biggest sea trout ever caught!
October 18, 2022
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The biggest sea trout ever caught on a fly in Iceland was landed in the river Tungufljót, West-Skaftafellssýsla on October 15th. This is the third sea trout from the river
South Iceland
Photo credit: Fish Partner
Fishing season
Baits allowed
Flies
Maximum fishing rods
4 rods
Fishing limits
Catch & Release
Accomodation options
Fishing cabin
Guidance
Available
Accessibility
Easy access, Requires permission, SUVs only, Only by foot
Price range for fishing rods
For the full day
24000 ISK to 86000 ISK
Description
River Tungufljót is in West-Skaftafellssýsla. Its source is on Skaftártunguafrétti and many streams join it on the way to the confluence with Kúðafljót. The environment is spectacular; lava, sand and in most places the river flows through a narrow channel with green banks. There are many good fishing spots in Tungufljót. The main fish species is good-sized sea trout with fish over 20 pounds regularly caught. Salmon, char, and resident brown trout are also caught here. In the lower part of the river, from Bjarnarfoss and downstream, there are very good resident char and brown trout. Non-spawning sea trout can be found at the confluence all summer long. Salmon start to migrate upstream in July. Above Bjarnarfoss a very beautiful area is to be found, that might come as a surprise. There are resident brown trout that are fun to fish for in the magnificent surroundings.
Accommodation & Facilities
Fishing cabin
The fishing cabins are on a hillside in the land of Hemra with a magnificent view over most of the fishing area. The larger house has 2 double rooms, a sleeping loft, a spacious living room and kitchen, toilet, and shower. In the smaller house there are 2 double rooms, a toilet, and shower. A gas grill is available. Anglers can arrive and vacate an hour before and after the fishing, except after September 20, when they can arrive when the fishing starts. People are asked to take good care of the fishing cabin and clean it well before leaving.
Fishing rules
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Record the catch in the fishing logbook before returning home
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Do not drive off-road and close all gates
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The fishing club is not liable for damage caused by livestock to vehicles
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The use of firearms is forbidden by the river, and it camping is not allowed without the permission of the landowners
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Anglers are asked to be tidy and not to leave rubbish by the river or in the fishing cabins.
Directions
The fishing area of Tungufljót extends from the confluence up to the waterfall Bjarnarfoss and then above the waterfall all the way to Titjufoss. Some trout can also be found above Titjufoss.
Services nearby
Nearest cities
Kirkjubæjarklaustur: 30 km, Reykjavík: 232 km and Akureyri: about 620 km
About the fishing license
Fish Partner t: +354 571-4545, [email protected] – join Fish Partner Members Club
Schedule
Considerations about the schedule
From 15:00 and 6 hours after that on the first day. Free 12 hours on full days. On the final day, fishing must be stopped and the house emptied before 13:00
Location
South Iceland
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