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Description
River Vatnsdalsá is a rain fed river, 74 km in length from its source, which makes it the 16th longest river in the country. The source is in Haukagilsheiði and Grímstunguheiði and the river flows down into Vatnsdal. Numerous streams and rivers flow into Vatnsdalsá.
Angling began in river Vatnsdalsá in 1936 and it has proven itself over the years to be one of the best- and best-known salmon rivers in the country. It is famous for big salmon and often the biggest salmon of the year are caught in Vatnsdalsá. The salmon area, which spans about 20 km distance, is divided into five beats. Therefore, there is plenty of space for anglers to fish from 40 marked fishing spots. Fishing permits are sold for 2 – 3 days at a time. The average catch for the last 10 years is 770 salmon.
Accommodation & Facilities
Angling lodge
Flóðvangur is the fishing lodge for the salmon beats in Vatnsdalsá and is located on the west side of the so-called Flóð. Anglers can expect to be accommodated there in good company, with facilities as good as it gets. There are two beds in each room, and they all have a private bathroom. In the house there is a gorgeous lounge and a pleasant dining room where breakfast, lunch and dinner are served. Outside there is a hot tub.
Directions
Vatnsdalsá is divided into five beats with about 40 marked fishing spots
Services nearby
Nearest cities
Blönduós: 24 km, Akureyri: 168 km and Reykjavík: 230 km
Nearby airports
Reykjarvík airport: 232 km and Akureyri airport: 178 km
Attractions
Hvítserkur, Kolugil in Víðidal, Vatnsdalshólar and Þórdísarlundur
About the fishing license
Björn K Rúnarsson gsm: +354 820-0446, [email protected]
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Latest news at Vatnsdalsá
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