Anglesey - Cefni Reservoir

The lake lends itself well to traditional Loch-style fishing, especially targeting the native wild brown trout when drifting in a boat. Bank anglers have lots of areas to roam and not feel overcrowded.

Setting yourself up with a 9ft or 10ft 6wt fly rod with a floating fly line is ideal, but you should also consider intermediate, slow, and fast sinking lines throughout the season. Bear in mind that you’ll often be fishing in a stiff breeze and a heavier line will help you get your flies out. Plus the extra length of a 10ft rod gives you a little more control of the flies from a drifting boat. Modern techniques also work well for both the stocked rainbows and wild brown trout.

The lake is spilt into two by a disused railway embankment and, as well as fishing, it has a 6.3km circular trail that takes you around the entire lake. It’s quiet and uncrowded, perfect for a peaceful day out.

There are toilet facilities, a fishing hut and a car park on site.