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Baulárvallarvatn

West Iceland

Location and Operational Hours

Exploring Baulárvallarvatn in West Iceland

Baulárvallarvatn graces the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, offering a tranquil haven for fishing enthusiasts.

Getting There:

Located approximately 160 km from Reykjavík, and about 15 km south of both Grundarfjörður and Stykkishólmur, Baulárvallarvatn is easily accessible via the new route on the Snæfellsnes Peninsula.

Discovering the Lake: A Natural Marvel

Spanning 1.6 km2, Baulárvallarvatn reaches a depth of 47 meters at its lowest point. Positioned 193 meters above sea level, the lake is fed by Vatnaá, which contributes to Baulá, later merging with Straumfjarðará, renowned for excellent salmon fishing.

Recreational Opportunities: Day Licenses and Fishing Delights

Day licenses for Baulárvallavatn can be conveniently purchased, allowing access to the fishing grounds from the northern bank of Vatnsá to the outlet of Straumfjarðarár.

Accommodation: Embracing the Wilderness

Campers are welcome to set up tents by the lake, offering a rustic experience with no organized campsites or sanitation facilities.

Underwater Residents: Trout Fishing Paradise

Baulárvallarvatn is renowned for its trout fishing, with an average fish weight of 2-3 pounds. Larger specimens, reaching 5-6 pounds, are not uncommon, especially during twilight.

Bait Selection: Flies, Worms, and Lures

Approved baits include flies, worms, and lures. Depending on the depth of the fish, sink the bait accordingly. Lures and worms generally yield good results, especially during twilight when trout move closer to the shore.

Best Fishing Times and Additional Information

Prime fishing conditions persist throughout the summer, with twilight hours generally yielding the best results. Visitors are urged to respect the environment, with cardholders required to carry their fishing cards and ID when visited by the game warden, Halldór Þórólfsson (S: 863-8468).

Rules and Considerations

Anglers are kindly reminded not to litter and to tread lightly on the surroundings. Cardholders must present their Fishing Card and ID to the game warden. Children under 14 fish for free when accompanied by a cardholder. Landowners bear no responsibility for any losses or damages incurred by Fishing Cardholders or others associated with the fishing grounds.

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