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River Earn

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The River Earn is one of Scotland's most celebrated game fishing rivers, flowing 46 miles eastward from its source at Loch Earn through the heart of Perthshire before emptying into the River Tay estuary near the city of Perth. Situated just one hour north of both Edinburgh and Glasgow, and in close proximity to the famous Gleneagles area, the Earn offers a remarkable combination of accessibility and quality angling in stunning Scottish countryside. The river is particularly renowned throughout Scotland for its exceptional sea trout runs and its status as one of the finest October salmon rivers in the country. With 32 named pools across some of its most productive beats, the Earn provides diverse fishing opportunities through farmlands, wooded corridors, and open valley landscapes.


Species & education

Learn what type of fish are at River Earn and what's needed to catch them.

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Atlantic Salmon

Atlantic Salmon

Salmo salar

Common Roach

Common Roach

Rutilus rutilus

European Eel

European Eel

Anguilla anguilla


Fishing spots, boat ramps & amenities

Learn how to get on River Earn. Uncover great fishing access points, boat ramps, and all the facilities you need for an unforgettable day on the water. Some locations shown may border or include private property. Always check property boundaries and applicable regulations before visiting. onWater's Public & Private Land layer can help you plan your access with confidence.

Know where you can legally fish on River Earn

See public and private land boundaries along the water, turn on private parcels with owner details to know where permission is required, and find land-trust parcels that offer permitted fishing access.

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Water and weather conditions (10 day forecast)

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