Fishing in Shimla

Fishing is one of the popular recreational activities in Shimla. The British officers highly regarded the shallow streams of Shimla for fishing. And since then, the town has maintained its identity as an angler’s paradise. Amongst the very few fishing places in India, Shimla is famous for its Brown and Rainbow Trout population in its streams. Fishing in Shimla is one of the popular activities to indulge in, and many places offer you to enjoy this activity.

Sparkling waters, a clear sky, and fishes dancing all around, this sounds so much like a perfect Alaskan fishing experience. To match up this fantasy, Shimla has some best places to go for fishing in Shimla, the Pabbari streams in Rohru stay well-crowded during the on-seasons. Besides, one can also row his boat to the Chirgaon region to catch up on the abundance of Brown and Rainbow Trout fish. Moreover, the Shimla district comprises some other amazing places for fishing Tikri, Sandsu, Dhamvari, Seema, and Mandil. All these spots are within 20 kilometers of Rohru. Here is detailed information about the best time for fishing and how to reach there..

Best time for Fishing in Shimla

The best time for fishing in Shimla is from April to October, when the climatic conditions remain favorable for such activities. This is an ideal time for trout fishing in Shimla. The perfect time for Mahseer fishing in Shimla is from January to April and September to December. Mahseer and trout are the most sought-after fishes for angling and fishing in Shimla that are easily available in these months. The water remains clear during these months, allowing visitors to have a clear view of the fish and offering better opportunities to catch them. However, during the monsoon, the water becomes muddy, which makes fishing and angling difficult.

How to reach for Fishing in Shimla

There are a large number of tourists who thrives in Shimla all year round, due to which it has good connectivity with the rest of the country. The city has an airport named Jubbarhatti Airport, situated 21 km away from the city center. Pabbar Valley, well known for fishing, is located 120 km away from the airport. Shimla railway station is the main railhead that serves the city, but only toy trains from Kalka run on this route. Kalka railway station is the nearest major railhead, 190 km from the city. The taxis and cabs are readily available from the airport and railway station for Pabbar Valley. State transport and private buses are also available from Shimla to Pabbar Valley.

Places to visit in Shimla during Fishing tour

Shimla is the erstwhile summer capital of British India, owing to which it houses a large number of tourist places, including natural sites and heritage edifices. There are the perfect places to spend quality time during the Shimla trip and make the tour memorable. Some of the famous during a fishing trip are:

• Hatkoti
• Chail
• Theog
• Jubbal
• Kufri
• The Mall Road
• The Ridge
• Lakkar Bazaar
• Himachal State Museum
• Viceregal Lodge
• Chadwick Falls
• Chanshal

Things to Carry during Fishing in Shimla

• Waterproof bag
• Sunscreen and moisturizer
• Sunglasses
• Fishing rods and reels
• Tackle boxes, line, and bait.
• Hooks, sinkers, corks, and swivels.
• Waterproof pants.
• Hat

You can get to know more about this activity from our tour experts. If you want to include this activity in your tour. So book your tour of Shimla with us through and enjoy an unforgettable holiday in your style. Indian Holiday has a comprehensive list of customizable tour packages.