La trout fishing in Andalusia it is quite an experience. With various destinations within the Autonomous Community, sport fishermen who love this species have places where they can spend their sessions in an interesting and very productive way.
La trout, both common and rainbows, are very present in several of the best-known water masses of the various provinces and will always constitute one of the most enjoyable inland fishing practices and sought after by fishermen of all kinds.
Let's review some aspects to consider about trout, the best techniques for its fishing and some recommended places in Andalusia to catch them.
Trout: a sought after species in continental fresh waters
La common trout It is one of the native fish of the Iberian Peninsula. Together with the rainbow trout, they constitute one of the fish species most sought after by fishermen, so much so that it has been necessary to carry out repopulation programs in various areas of the country.
The fishing grounds They are areas highly known by fishermen, being an excellent opportunity to make a rational conservation of exploitation of the species, despite the fact that these modalities are not appreciated by all.
La rainbow trout fishing it is, in some areas, more restricted than the common one. However, the introduction of this rainbow in the waters of some communities is also prohibited.
Trout fishing techniques in Andalusia
Catching this fighter is quite a challenge for anglers. The trout is, without a doubt, a fish that knows how to put up a fight and is often very elusive even for the most skilled athletes. Some recommendations for effective trout fishing are:
- A highly recommended rod is one with a light action at the tip and that does not exceed 2,50 meters.
- Among the fishing techniques, the fly is especially recommended, which is usually the most used to catch this species.
- Another technique to use for these powerful fish is the spoon or spinning.
- The ideal fishing area for this species must be located, without forgetting that they are territorial and always remain in their usual areas, except during their spawning season.
Best trout fishing areas in Andalusia
There are many good areas for fishing either in free waters or in preserves. Let's review a couple of recommended sites in the Andalusian community.
Sierra de Cazorla, Segura and Las Villas Natural Park
It is a one of the most prolific areas for rainbow trout fishing, although it has surpassed the common one due to a disproportionate repopulation. But beyond this, the possibility of fishing is very safe since it is one of the best destinations for fishermen in the area.
Grenada
There are various fishing spaces in Granada. The best thing about trout fishing in this province is that it brings together a good number of trout fishing reserves. If we mention a space where we can get trout, that will be Sierras de Castril Natural Park.
