Sporðöldulón

Reservoir Fishing in the Icelandic Highlands

Sporðöldulón is a 7 square kilometer (3 square miles) large reservoir in the Icelandic Highlands. Kaldakvísl river runs into the reservoir along with several smaller rivers and creeks. The reservoir holds a great number of fish, both brown trout and Arctic char. Fish up to 6 pounds have been caught with an average size of around 2-3 pounds. Fly, bait, and spinners are permitted in the reservoir.

Distance from Reykjavík:

150km

Season:

1.April - 30. September

Average size:

2-4 pounds

Number of rods:

10

Tackle:

Fly, spinners, bait

Fishing equipment:

Singlehanded #4-6,

The best flies:

Streamers and nymphs

Lodging:

Options available

Accessability:

Easy

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