Harehope Burn is a small upland stream in the Scottish Borders known for its clear, fast-flowing water over rocky substrates. The burn offers an intimate fishing experience typical of moorland streams, with good holding pools and runs despite its modest length. It's well-suited to small stream tactics with fly or spinner, providing decent sport for trout in its upper reaches.
Anglers should note the close season on Harehope Burn: 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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Harehope Burn holds brown trout, sea trout.
An EA rod licence is required by law to fish Harehope Burn. Club membership or a day ticket is also required on most stretches.
To fish Harehope Burn, 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 Harehope Burn.
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 Harehope Burn.
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