This summer, we had the pleasure of welcoming back our friend, photographer and writer Jess McGlothlin to Iceland. Jess is known worldwide for her ability to capture the soul of fly fishing, not just the fish, but the people, places, and small moments that make the experience so memorable. Throughout her trip with Fish Partner, […]
On October 20th the fishing season officially ended and we said goodbye to the last guests at Battle Hill Lodge this year. We had a great year and want to say a huge thanks to our amazing guests who joined us this year, together we created memories that will last a lifetime.Below are some photos
Over the past 3 years, we have been involved in a project to tag sea trout in the Skaftá watershed(Battle Hill Fisheries), Skaftá is one of the largest glacial rivers in Iceland and receives the biggest run of Sea run browns in Iceland, in collaboration with the biologists at Laxfiskar. Although it is far too
Iceland, with its breathtaking landscapes and pristine waters, is a dream destination for fishing enthusiasts. Renowned for its abundant rivers and lakes teeming with salmon, trout, and Arctic char, offers unparalleled fishing experiences. Whether you’re seeking the tranquility of remote, self-catering lodges or the convenience of full-service accommodations, Iceland has something to cater to every
As we wrapped up the season at our Highland Fishing Lodge at the end of August we figured it was time to take a quick look at this year’s season.The Highlands are truly the heart of Iceland, offering some stunning scenery and opportunities to catch some beautiful arctic char and brown trout out of the
Iceland has endless brown trout, char, and salmon rivers and lakes spread all over the island making it a popular destination for anglers from around the globe. In Iceland, all fishing rights are private which means anglers need to arrange for access and licenses where ever they fish. This can make DIY fishing trips a
With sea trout fishing in Iceland slowly reaching heights never seen before, this almost mystical creature is becoming more and more sought after by anglers all over the world. And no wonder, they’re big, they’re angry and they’re beautiful. Now, anglers from all over the world can join us at our new Battle Hill Lodge
The Lake and Area Lake Thingvallavatn is the largest lake in Iceland, located only 40 minutes from Reykjavík. Thingvellir, where Althingi, the Icelandic parliament, was established around the year 930, is a place of historic significance. The lake lies in a rift valley along the North Atlantic Ridge, sitting where the North American and Eurasian
Fishing remains an incredibly popular pastime in Iceland with reports indicating 20% of the population goes fishing at least once a year. It is also one of the most popular travel destinations in the world for anglers looking for trophy fish and stunning scenery. In this article, we’re gonna take a look at the why,
If you’re heading to Iceland and want to tie your own flies or get the low down on what flies to bring, look no further. Fish Partner’s very own Eidur Kristjansson is a well-known fly tier and has a great selection of fly-tying tutorials in English on his YouTube channel. We highly recommend you check