Dullstroom is affectionately known as the country’s trout mecca by avid fly-fishers and the dams at Dunkeld Country & Equestrian Estate are no exception.
Fly Fishing
Boasting 23 meticulously cared for fly-fishing dams nestled against the Steenkampsberg mountains, with each dam stocked year-round with rainbow trout. No fishing trip to Dullstroom would be complete without a cast in one of our dams.
Whether you’re a beginner learning how to tie a Royal Coachman or a long-time fisherman perfecting your dry fly-fishing technique, you’ll enjoy Dunkeld Country & Equestrian’s high-quality fly-fishing environment. Our dams are conveniently located within walking distance from our accommodation and stocked from our very own world renowned Dunkeld Trout Hatcheries.
about fly fishing
Fly fishing is an angling method of catching trout or salmon using artificial flies, made out of natural materials such as hair or feathers and other synthetic materials to attract fish targets. Nowadays, it is more common to find plastic and other synthetic artificial flies. Flies can be made either to float or sink and vary in sizes and colours.
Fly fishing can be done in either fresh water or salt water and whilst it was initially performed to catch trout or salmon, it can be used to catch other species of fish such as carp, pike or bass.
Rules and Guidelines
- Rods and reels are available for hire and flies are available for purchase.
- All still waters can be accessed by vehicle and are within walking distance to accommodation.
- Float tubing is permitted.
