Loch Ard
Loch Ard starts only 1 mile from Aberfoyle beside the B829 Inversnaid and Stronachlachar road. The loch is in three parts which are joined by beautiful waterways well worth exploring by boat; for boat hire contact our local watersports specialists Go Forth on 01877 387775. The current coarse fish record for Perch caught in Scotland - is by J Walker who caught a 4lb 14oz (2.210kg) perch in Loch Ard in 1989. Fishing is allowed by permit from boats or bank. Loch Ard also has quite a reputation for large pike.

The Lake of Menteith
The Lake of Menteith is Scotland's only LAKE and one of our best rainbow trout lochs. It is a picturesque and wonderful place to fish just 4 miles from Crannaig House. We can also book boats in advance and arrange instruction for beginners. Contact Port of Menteith Fishery on 01877 385664.

Loch Venachar
Loch Venachar has been a centre for Loch fishing for over 150 years; new in 2006 Venachar Lochside is a partner organisation with Crannaig House on the Green Tourism Initiative The Trossachs Bird of Prey Trail; there is a Lochside Cafe and boat hire for fishing and simply enjoying the experience of being on one of the finest stretches of water in the World. Contact Venachar Lochside on 01877 330011 or www.venachar-lochside.co.uk

Loch Katrine
Loch Katrine is a stunning Loch and the water reservoir for much of Glasgow.. for this reason all motorised activity is closely controlled on or near the loch side. Just one boat is available to hire for fishing (how private do you like your sport!); contact the Trossachs Pier for details 01877 376316.