Siblyback Catch and Release Trout Permit

• Catch resident brown trout, which are catch and release only
• Target regularly stocked rainbow trout averaging just under 2 lb
• Take in Siblyback Lake’s Bodmin Moor and Cornwall National Landscape setting

Please note that with reservoir levels being very low, great care should be taken when wading (only to thigh height), the ground can be very soft in places. Please do no cross or fish in areas where there is signage indicating areas of soft mud.

Siblyback Lake is situated on Bodmin Moor, offering the striking backdrop of a Cornwall National Landscape. An especially atmospheric location, Siblyback embodies different moods as the seasons change: from wild and windy winters to flat calms in the summer, the lake is a special spot in Cornwall.

The fly fishery is regularly stocked with rainbow trout averaging just under 2lbs, with many fish in the 3-6lb bracket.

The lake is home to a large population of resident brown trout to 4lbs, which are catch and release only. A ‘catch and release' ticket is available but barbless hooks must be used. Fly fishing only.

The fish fight hard and quality is superb. Watch out for the fantastic hatch of beetles in May and June, which provide some amazing dry fly action.

Siblyback lends itself to some fantastic boat fishing with great drifts possible. Boats are available for hire, but booking is essential to avoid disappointment. For more information click here. Please note that you will need to attend a boat safety and induction talk before you can use a fishing boat on our waters.

South West Lakes Trust

Guide to catch and release angling

10 fish limit.

Barbless hooks only

Avoid excessive fish fighting so the fish has more energy to swim away when released.

Do not play the fish too hard to avoid leaders breaking.

Try not to remove the fish from the water (this may only be possible in deeper water)

Wet your hands before handling fish.

CHECK CLEAN DRY

Invasive plants and animals can carry diseases that kill fish. Protect the environment and sport you enjoy by cleaning your kit before and after using the water