Porth Reservoir

Porth Reservoir is set in a steep sided valley surrounded by woodlands just outside Newquay. The lake is very mature with its overhanging treelines and large beds of lily pads. It contains carp to 34lb and is home to some large beautiful fish such as ‘Arnie’ and ‘Her Indoors’ which are regularly caught over 30lbs. There are 6 carp over the 30lbs mark, a large stocking of 20lbers and the the average size carp coming in at 25lbs. There are Rudd to 2lb, bream to 12lbs, roach 2lb plus pike to 24lb and perch to 5lb. Match weights up to 50lbs are common and it also produces great sport for pleasure anglers. A great competition water contact 01566 771930 for bookings. There are Wheelchair accessible platforms just below the car park.