Watten Located to the east of Wick, one of the most famous lochs in Scotland is to be found. Amongst locals, there is an assertion that Loch Leven was originally stocked with trout from Watten but, in truth, it is more likely that the reverse is the case. Whatever the facts of the matter, there is a remarkable similarity between the fish in the two lochs. Loch Watten is shallow throughout its area and produces good hatches of fly when conditions are right and, at such times, the trout can be very free-rising.
Boats fishing is the norm and traditional Scottish methods are favoured.
Boats can be booked from a number of local hotels and tackle shops. Try the Loch Watten Hotel itself if you are in the area. Another well known Caithness water, Loch Calder is situated a few miles south of Thurso and, although it is quite deep in parts, the best fishing tends to be obtained around the shallow margins. This is one of those waters in the north of Scotland where and average basket will contain a good number of small trout but where there is always a chance of a bigger one. Fish in the 2 - 2 lbs.