The Burn of Mosset is a small, spate-prone stream in Angus, Scotland, flowing through moorland and agricultural terrain. It offers typical upland burn fishing with good habitat for brown trout, though water levels can be variable and conditions demanding. The intimate setting and clear water provide rewarding fishing for those prepared for Scottish hill stream tactics.
Anglers should note the close season on Burn of Mosset: 15 March – 15 June (rivers, England & Wales). Club membership or day ticket access is required in addition to your EA rod licence on most stretches.
Water level data from the Environment Agency Real Time Flood Monitoring API. Nearest gauging station. Always verify conditions on arrival.
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Burn of Mosset holds brown trout, sea trout, salmon parr.
An EA rod licence is required by law to fish Burn of Mosset. Club membership or a day ticket is also required on most stretches.
To fish Burn of Mosset, you need a valid EA rod licence, available online from gov.uk. Annual, day and 8-day licences are available. In addition to the rod licence, you will need club membership or a day ticket from the controlling angling club or riparian owner for most stretches of Burn of Mosset.
Always check conditions before you visit. Water quality, access and rules can change seasonally. The EA's Catchment Data Explorer provides up-to-date water quality information for Burn of Mosset.
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