FISHING
The River Nith has a very good reputation for salmon and sea trout fishing. The Fishpal website has a wealth of information on where and when to fish. www.fishpal.com/Scotland/Nith
The nearest fishing tackle shop is in Dumfries. they carry an extensive stock of tackle, clothing, flies and bait. more info can be found here: http://www.reeleminofdumfries.com/
Fishing on the river Nith and River Cairn in Dumfries Burgh is managed by Dumfries and Galloway Council.Salmon, sea trout and brown trout can be fished with a permit between 25th February and 30th November 9bag restrictions apply).
Day tickets can be purchased from:
- FishPal
- Ewart Library, Catherine Street, Dumfries, DG1 1JB
- REEL-EM-IN, 70 – 72 Friars Vennel, Dumfries DG1 2RL
Weekly and season tickets can be purchased from:
- Ewart Library, Catherine Street, Dumfries, DG1 1JB
Ghillie's Bothy 