Freshwater angling
There are several lochs near Ardfern that hold trout. Permits can be bought from local stores.
The village is also within 10 miles of Loch Awe - home of some spectacular Trout, Salmon and Pike. Permits can be bought at Ford and at Fyne Tackle. Local rivers and burns can also hold good specimens of sea trout (above). The best place for a good range of fishing tackle, permits as well as expert advice on a variety of fishing in the area is available at
Fyne Tackle in Lochgilphead - they also offer guided fishing trips at Loch Awe.
The Forestry Commission own some excellent fishings. More information is available
here .
Sea fishing
Angling trips can go out from both the Ardfern and Craobh marinas. Mackeral, cod, ling and skate can be frequently caught towards the mouth of Loch Craignish.
Craignish cruises