Beiarn Fishing

Location

Beiar River, 100 km south of Bodø city

Summary

Beiar River is gradually emerging as one of the best salmon rivers in Arctic Norway. It already has a position as one of the top 5 sea trout rivers in the country. Beiarn Fishing offers fishing on public beats all along the river. The whole area is famous for its scenery and outstanding beauty.

Please note that when fishing in Norway, the fishing is booked for Monday to Saturday, however the price paid includes accommodation from the Sunday prior to fishing to the Sunday after fishing.

Description

The River

The Beiar River runs through some of the most scenic areas in the Arctic, surrounded by snow-covered mountain peaks and some of Norway's largest glaciers. Due to the glaciers, the river is cold and has an emerald-like colour. Enjoy the pure pleasure of fishing some of the best fly-fishing stretches in Norway.

To the east and the south, the area borders and partly overlaps the Saltfjellet/Svartisen National Park and more than 60 per cent of the river's catchment is within a protected zone for hydropower development.

The area is steeped in Sami history and contains many cultural sites. It is an important pasture and calving area for reindeer and a gateway to the National Park for walkers and nature enthusiasts.

The river, with its 30km (18.6 miles) salmon run, flows through the municipality of Beiarn in the middle part of the County of Nordland, just north of the Arctic Circle. This 550km (350 miles) long county is one of the biggest and longest in Norway but also among the narrowest.

The Fishing

The Beiar River is well known for large salmon and it is not unusual to see a number of 12 -15kg (26 - 30lbs) catches during the season. The river also boasts a high number of good sized sea trout during the latter end of July and August. It is considered to be among the 3-5 best sea trout rivers in the country.

Beiarn Fishing offers fishing on a number of public beats along the whole river. Each beat is 3 - 5 kilometres long, single bank and has a rod limitation, normally quite generous. This is not exclusive fishing and on certain weeks the beats are well visited. The river was closed for 13 years due to the parasite Gyrodactylus salaris, however, reopened in 2001 and is gradually recovering to its former glory.

It is one of the few rivers in Norway that encourage catch and release but allows an angler to bring home 2 salmon during a week fishing. The prime time is considered to be 20 June - 31 August with the best salmon fishing normally during July, and August rated best for sea trout.

The Accommodation

Beiarn Fishing can offer accommodation at Trones Camp on a self catering basis combined with dinner opportunity at a new and modern tavern.

Trones Camp is located within a short walking distance from the river, and has bedrooms with bunk beds and sufficient showers/toilets facilities.

Guests will have to organise their own meals but will have a generous welcome pack for the first couple of days. Dinner can be bought at the local tavern.

The whole area is a great location to combine a relaxing fishing experience with exploring the wonders of the Arctic.

Please note that when fishing in Norway, the fishing is booked for Monday to Saturday, however the price paid includes accommodation from the Sunday prior to fishing to the Sunday after fishing.

Fact file

Tackle box: Fly rods should be 14-16 feet with action to suit #10 or #11 lines, floating lines, through to intermediate and sinking tips. Flies and tubes in patterns to suit individual preference. Flies size 6 -10 and tubes in all sizes are regularly used. Chest waders with felt soles, life jacket and wading stick recommended.
Guides: On request.
Catch statistics: On request.
Facilities: 3 lodges with a total of 8 beds incl. bunk beds.
Facilities for fishing: Disinfection area, equipment sale and hire, drying rooms, trout fishing.
For non-anglers: Guided tours to surrounding areas, trips to city of Bodø, the famous Saltstraumen maelstrom, walking and mountain walks.
Nearest airport: Bodø, 1 hour 45 minutes by car.