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The Knockando Burn is a small spate river in Moray, Scotland, flowing through attractive moorland and woodland terrain. This is a classic highland burn offering intimate fly-fishing for trout in a scenic setting, with water levels responding quickly to rainfall. The burn's character varies from fast rocky pools to slower glides, providing varied fishing opportunities throughout its 5.4km length.
The statutory close season on Knockando Burn runs 15 March – 15 June (rivers, England & Wales). No coarse fishing is permitted during this period. Fishing rights on Knockando Burn are typically held by the riparian owner or a local angling association — check before visiting, as no rod licence is required in Scotland.
Water level data from the Environment Agency Real Time Flood Monitoring API. Nearest gauging station. Always verify conditions on arrival.
Knockando Burn holds brown trout, sea trout.
No rod licence is required to fish Knockando Burn in Scotland. Permission from the riparian owner, an estate or a local angling club is usually required on most stretches.
No rod licence is required to fish Knockando Burn in Scotland. You will typically need permission from the riparian owner, an estate beat or a local angling club for most stretches of Knockando 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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