Wildlife

Pitlochry Dam and fish ladder

Pitlochry, Scotland

Watch salmon pass through a glass-sided fish ladder.

Cost
Free
Time to allow
45 min
Pitlochry Dam and fish ladder
Anne Burgess · CC BY-SA 2.0

A viewing chamber lets you see salmon heading upstream. Best in late spring and summer. Linked by a short walk to the dam and loch.

Good to know

  • Salmon season is April to October
  • Free to view from the walkways
  • Combine with the town for lunch
Getting there
Town centre, short walk
Vehicles
Campervans fine
Dogs
Dogs on a lead

The location is approximate. Check the official website before you go.

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