The River Mole is one of North Devon's premier game fishing rivers, flowing through the heart of Devon's countryside as the principal tributary of the River Taw. This classic spate river responds quickly to rainfall, producing rapid rises and falls in river levels that define the rhythm of fishing throughout the season. The Mole and its sub-catchment represent a highly important spawning and nursery area for salmon within the broader Taw system, and the river has gained recognition in recent years for bucking the regional trend of declining salmon populations. Significant habitat restoration work, including the transformation of Head Weir into the innovative "Head Weir Falls" pool and riffle system — the first of its kind in Britain — has dramatically improved upstream fish migration and helped produce record-breaking catch statistics for Atlantic salmon and sea trout. The river offers excellent opportunities for brown trout fishing as well, particularly in the upper reaches, making it a well-rounded destination for game anglers seeking a traditional Devon river experience.