Carmarthenshire
Usk Reservoir
from £23 · 4 fish
Passport scheme
Check the booking details below before you travel.
Stillwater
280 acres, bank fishing only.
About Usk Reservoir
Usk Reservoir is a remote upland reservoir of 280 acres, a few miles from the source of the River Usk, set among forest and moorland in the Brecon Beacons National Park. The Passport regards it as one of the best stillwater trout fisheries in Wales. Fly fishing, spinning and worm fishing are all permitted, and the western end of the water is fly fishing only. Power Bait or anything similar is not permitted.
The wild brown trout population is supplemented by stocked rainbows. For the fly, the Passport recommends standard reservoir nymphs and lures. All brown trout must be returned alive. Fishing runs from 8am until half an hour after sunset or 9pm, whichever is earlier.
It is one rod per angler for trout fishing, and anglers must stop when the catch limit for their ticket is reached or buy another ticket at the fishery. No fishing is allowed from the dam face, the overflow, the feeder streams or the conservation area on the north bank, and lead weights from 0.06g (no. 8 shot) to 28.4g (1oz) are prohibited. A 6 fish permit costs £26 and a 4 fish permit £23, with up to 30 tickets a day. A junior 2 fish permit (under 16) costs £9, and a child of 13 or younger may fish free with a paying adult on a 6 fish ticket, sharing that angler’s bag limit; this applies to one child only. It is booked through the Fishing Passport.
Pricing and season
Indicative prices. They don't show whether a day is still free and other rates may apply, so confirm availability and the final price with whoever you book through before you travel.
Tickets
- 6 fish permit 6 fish · 1 Jan to 31 Dec Brown trout must be returned alive. Up to 30 tickets a day across all permits. Fishing 8am to half an hour after sunset or 9pm, whichever is earlier.
- £26 per day
- 4 fish permit 4 fish · 1 Jan to 31 Dec Brown trout must be returned alive. Up to 30 tickets a day across all permits. Fishing 8am to half an hour after sunset or 9pm, whichever is earlier.
- £23 per day
Day tickets and booking
- FP The Fishing Passport Day tickets
Day tickets
6 fish permit £26 and 4 fish permit £23 on the Passport’s beat page on 27 October 2026, up to 30 tickets a day; a junior 2 fish permit (under 16) is £9, with no row made. Booked through the Fishing Passport.
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Fishing details
- Water type
- Stillwater
- Size
- 280 acres
- Lake
- 1
- Boat fishing
- Bank only
Stocking and fish species
none stocking · The wild brown trout population is supplemented with stocked rainbows, per the Passport page.
Rules and policies
Fishing rules for Usk Reservoir
Fly fishing, spinning and worm fishing only; the western end of the water is fly fishing only. Power Bait or anything similar is not permitted. One rod per angler for trout fishing. All brown trout must be returned alive. Stop fishing when the catch limit is reached or buy another ticket at the fishery. No fishing from the dam face, overflow, feeder streams or the conservation area on the north bank. Lead weights from 0.06g (no. 8 shot) to 28.4g (1oz) are prohibited. National byelaws apply.
Where you'll fish
Location
Approximate locationExact location is hidden at the owner's request..
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FAQ
Usk Reservoir FAQs
Practical questions anglers ask before fishing Usk Reservoir, from tickets to tactics.
01How many rods are allowed on Usk Reservoir at any one time?
02What species can I expect to catch on Usk Reservoir?
03Do I need to wade, or can I fish from the bank?
04Is a ghillie available, and do I need one?
05Where do I park, and how do I access the beat?
06What tackle should I bring?
07What happens if conditions are poor on the day I've booked?
08Are dogs allowed on the beat?
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