Two anglers holding a large fish in a river landscape.

Battle Hill Lodge – Week 2 & 3 Fishing Report

Week 2 (September 2–8)
We welcomed a great group of seven anglers from our friends at Orvis. The week began with challenging conditions, unseasonably high temperatures, and bright sunshine kept the fish on edge and made presentations tricky. Despite that, the group made the best of it and brought some fantastic fish to the net. By the end of the week, rain finally arrived to freshen things up.

  • Total fish landed: 57 (a strong result given the conditions)
  • Biggest fish: 90 cm (35.5 inches)

Week 3 (September 8–14)
When the rain arrived, the river came alive and the fishing exploded. Sea trout poured in, and the group enjoyed non-stop action throughout the week. Spirits were high, and the results speak for themselves:

  • Total fish landed: 179
  • Biggest fish: 89 cm (35 inches)

Another unforgettable week at Battle Hill Lodge with great fishing, good company, and plenty of memorable moments.

Fisherman holding a large fish in a river with green mossy rocks.
Fisherman holding a sizable brown trout on a river.
Man holding a large fish in a river with cloudy sky.
A fish caught in the river with a fly-fishing net nearby.
Fisherman holding a trout over a river with green hills in the background.
Fisherman holding a big brown trout on a cloudy day.
Fisherman holding a sizable fish caught on a fly in a river.
Flowing river with dark sandbars and moss-covered banks in a natural landscape.
Fisherman holding a brown trout with a fly rod in shallow water.
Fisherman holding a large brown trout in a river.
Detailed close-up of a fish's skin with spots and scales.
Two anglers holding a large rainbow trout in a river.
A fish caught with a fly-fishing rod in a river.
Two anglers holding a large Atlantic salmon in a river.
Fisherman holding a large Atlantic salmon in a river.
Rainbow trout caught in shallow water with a fly-fishing line nearby.
Man holding a freshly caught fish in a river with green hills in the background.
Rainbow trout on a fishing net in Icelandic river.
Fish lying on rocks in clear water with pebbles and aquatic plants.
Fisherman holding a large brown trout in Icelandic waters.
Man holding a large fish near a river in Iceland.
Fisherman holding a large trout in Icelandic river.
Fisherman holding a big brown trout near a riverbank on a cloudy day.
Fisherman holding a large brown trout in a river.
Two men holding a large brown trout in a river with green hills in the background.
Man holding a large rainbow trout in a river.
Close-up of grilled meat with corn, sauce, and microgreens on a plate.
Angler holding a large fish in a river landscape.
Angler holding a large brown trout in a river.
Fisherman holding a big brown trout in a river.
Fisherman holding a rainbow trout over a landing net in the water.
Fisherman holding a large fish in Icelandic river.
Fisherman holding a sizable brown trout in a river setting.
Close-up of grilled ribs served with roasted potatoes and sauce.
Decorative dessert with chocolate swirls and leaf-shaped chocolate pieces.
Rainbow trout caught in shallow water with a fly-fishing line visible.
Bright green moss-covered cliffs along a flowing river in a scenic Icelandic landscape.
Fish in a landing net with river and hills in background.
Fisherman holding a rainbow trout near a riverbank in Iceland.
Fisherman caught a spotted trout with a fly fishing rod in a river.
Fisherman casting a line in a misty, calm lake.
Man holding a large rainbow trout in a river.
Angler holding a brown trout in a river with overcast sky.
Fisherwoman holding a large trout in Icelandic river.
Cooked fish fillet served with green vegetables and microgreens.
Fisherman holding a large brown trout in a river.
Two anglers holding a large brown trout in a river with green hills in the background.
Seafood plate with shrimp, herbs, and breaded topping.
Fisher holding a sizable fish over water with a fly-fishing line.
Man holding a large brown trout in a river.
Two anglers holding a large rainbow trout in a river.
A fish caught in a fishing net on a riverbank.
Fisherman holding a large brown trout in a river.
Angler holding a large trout in a river with a fly-fishing rod.
Two anglers holding a large fish in shallow water on a cloudy day.
Two anglers holding a large brown trout in a river.
Fisherman in waterproof gear holding a large fish by the water.
Fisherman holding a brown trout in a net over shallow water.
Smiling angler holding a large fish near the water.
Fisherman holding a sizable brown trout in a river.
Fisherman holding a sizable fish in shallow water with cloudy sky.
Man holding a large trout in a river with a gravel bank.
Man holding a large rainbow trout in a river.
Man holding a large fish in a river with green mossy banks.
Fisherman wading in river with another angler in background.
Angler holding a large rainbow trout in a river with scenic hills.
Angler holding a large fish in a river with green hills in the background.
Fisherman holding a sizable brown trout in a river.
Angler holding a large fish in a river with green hills and cloudy sky.
Fly-fisherman's net with caught fish in a river surrounded by green hills.
Canapés topped with orange segments, cream, and herbs on a white plate.
Man holding a large fish in a river with grassy banks.
Fisherman holding a large fish in a river with green hills in the background.
Fisherman holding a fish in a river with green hills in background.
Fisherman holding a large trout near a riverbank.
Fisherman holding a large fish in a river setting.
Two anglers holding large fish in a river, overcast sky.
Fried shrimp with mussels, rice, and microgreens on a white plate.
Fisherman standing on rocky riverbank with fishing rod.
Clear ocean wave with blue hues, surf breaking, and smooth water surface.
Rainbow trout caught on fly line in a net.
Fisherman holding a brown trout with a fly rod in a river.
Close-up of a brown trout caught in shallow water with a fly fishing line visible.
Seafood dish with mussels, rice, and microgreens on a plate.
Fisherman holding a big brown trout near a riverbank.
Man holding a large fish in a river with grassy hills in background.
Fisherman holding a large rainbow trout in Icelandic river.
Fisherman holding a large fish by the river.
Two anglers holding a large rainbow trout in a river.
Fisherman holding a large fish near mossy rocks in Iceland.
Close-up of a brown trout caught in the river with a fishing net nearby.
Fisherman holding a rainbow trout over water with a landing net.
Two fly-fishing guides with net in river, preparing to release a catch.
Fisherman holding a sizable brown trout near a riverbank.
Fisherman holding a sizable trout near a riverbank under a blue sky.
Assorted fresh vegetable sticks with cherry tomatoes in white bowls.
Large fish caught and held in a fishing net in water.
Fisherman holding a fish in a river, wearing waterproof gear and sunglasses.
Man holding a large brown trout in a river.
Baked dish topped with a fresh basil leaf and melted cheese.
Man holding a large fish in a river with cloudy sky.
Fisherman holding a sizable brown trout in a river.
Fisher holding a rainbow trout over a fishing net in Icelandic river.
Man holding a large rainbow trout by a riverbank in Iceland.
Fisherman holding a sizable fish in a boat on a cloudy day.
Dessert with whipped cream, red currants, and a slice of kiwi on a white plate.
Fisherman holding a large brown trout by the river.
Woman holding a large brown trout in a river with scenic hills.
Fisherman holding a sizable fish during a fly-fishing trip.
Man holding a large rainbow trout in a river.
Fisherman standing in water casting a fly rod in Icelandic lake.
Smiling angler holding a large Atlantic salmon by the riverbank.

Written by Sindri Hlíðar Jónsson, Co-Owner of Fish Partner. With over a decade of experience guiding and managing fisheries across Iceland, Sindri has helped hundreds of anglers discover Iceland’s unique fly-fishing destinations.

Sindri Hlíðar Jónsson

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