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Coillechat Burn Fishing Guide

River · 6.4km (4 miles) · United Kingdom
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About Coillechat Burn

Coillechat Burn is a modest Scottish stream of approximately 6.4km, flowing through moorland and hill country typical of the Highlands. The burn offers intimate small-stream fishing in often remote surroundings, with rocky pools and runs that hold native brown trout and occasional sea trout in the lower reaches. Best fished during spate conditions when water levels rise, providing dynamic conditions for traditional wet fly or small spinner techniques.

Anglers should note the close season on Coillechat Burn: 15 March – 15 June (rivers, England & Wales). Access on most stretches is via club membership, an estate beat or a local permit — Scotland has no general rod-licence requirement.

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Water Type
River
Length
6.4km (4mi)
Close Season
15 March – 15 June (rivers, England & Wales)
Water Quality
Good
Fish Status
Moderate
Licence Required
EA Rod Licence

Fish Species in Coillechat Burn

Coillechat Burn holds brown trout, sea trout, arctic charr.

No rod licence is required to fish Coillechat Burn in Scotland. Permission from the riparian owner, an estate or a local angling club is usually required on most stretches.

Frequently Asked Questions

Planning a Trip to Coillechat Burn

No rod licence is required to fish Coillechat Burn in Scotland. You will typically need permission from the riparian owner, an estate beat or a local angling club for most stretches of Coillechat Burn.

Always check conditions before you visit — access, water quality and rules can change seasonally. SEPA's Water Environment Hub provides up-to-date water quality information for Scottish rivers.

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