Blanda IV Details
Blanda IV is the uppermost beat on the Blanda, fished with 3 rods. Unlike the lower parts of the river, which is a glacial water with a milky blue tint, the Beat IV water is gin-clear until the Blanda-reservoir up in the highlands hits overflow, which always remains a risk factor as it varies across the years. Unlike the pools on the lower beats of the Blanda, Beat IV compares being quite delicate and can easily be fished with a single-hand rod. Access is good to parts of the beat but the terrain in the canyon can also be quite demanding. Blanda IV has for years been very popular with anglers, as a great number of salmon holds there most summers and the fishing can be excellent, with a high proportion of MWS salmon caught.
Fishing Season
From June 20th to September 20th.
Prime Time
Mid July to mid August.
Recommended Flies
Black and Red Francis, Collie Dog, Black Sheep, Sunray Shadow, cone heads and tube flies.
Recommended Tackle
Single-handed rods, floating lines.