Lakeland High Tarns

Since the end of the season I have been thinking about next season’s fishing and where I could go.

I recently visited the local library and picked up this book describing walks to some of the high tarns of Lakeland. I have a list of tarns and what fish if any are in them, and this book has walks to some of the tarns that hold wild brown trout. I have therefore decided that I will make notes of the walks described and plan for next years fishing trips, some of which may involve an overnight camp.

These tarns range in altitude from 200m to about 500m, therefore some of the fishing might be a bit exposed to the strong winds that can come and go without warning. I must also say that although the weather at ground level may be sunny and warm, at the altitudes on some of the walks it can be totally different so appropriate wet/bad weather gear, along with a map and compass and the knowledge of how to use them are as important if not more so, than ensuring that you have packed your rod, reel and flies.