Fishing at Tongue Bay
Shallow sea loch mouth on the north coast, best known locally for sea trout fished over low water from the shore near the causeway, with salmon and occasional mackerel also showing.
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| Species | Season | Method |
|---|---|---|
| Sea Trout | May–Sep | Fly or spinner fished over low water, working the main channel from the causeway toward Varrich Castle |
| Atlantic Salmon | Jun–Sep | Fly fished in the same channel areas as sea trout |
| Flounder | Autumn | Light bait rigs in the shallower sandy margins |
| Mackerel | Jun–Sep | Feathers where the bay opens to the sea |
Tactics
This is really an estuary/sea-loch game rather than open-coast shore fishing — fish the main channel from the causeway over low water for sea trout and salmon; permits for the Kyle are cheap and available from the Tongue Hotel.
Best tide: Low water · Best time: Summer for sea trout and salmon
Dogs
No verified source. Check current signage and the relevant authority.
Access & parking
Park in Tongue village and walk down to the shore near the causeway. Family rating: ★★☆ — Quiet, shallow water is gentle, but it's a remote spot with no real facilities — a judgement call.
FAQs
Do you need a permit to fish Tongue Bay?
For sea trout and salmon in the Kyle of Tongue, yes — daily, weekly and yearly permits are available cheaply from the Tongue Hotel.
What's the best way to fish Tongue Bay?
Fish the main channel from the causeway toward Varrich Castle over low water for sea trout and salmon.
Is Tongue Bay good for beginners?
It's a quiet, gentle spot but remote with no facilities, so come prepared.
Nearby marks
Last updated 16 July 2026 — sources & disclaimer
Compiled from angling guides, forums and the relevant council's dog byelaws, cross-checked where possible.
Rules and conditions change, so always check current signage and tides before you go. We do our best to keep this accurate but can't promise it's error-free.