Södra Färdsjön
Södra Färdsjön is a stocked trout water in Transtrand near Sälen. Easily accessible shore trout fishing with a rest area and wind shelter.
About the trail
Södra Färdsjön is a popular fishing destination in the Transtrand fishing management area and one of the area's stocked waters for trout. The roughly 6-hectare lake lies in scenic, calm forest surroundings near Sälen and is easy to reach for relaxed fishing for game fish. As a stocked water, trout are released according to the fishing management area's administration, giving good chances of nice fish throughout the season. The accessible shore fishing makes the lake suitable both for beginners who want to try trout fishing and for more experienced anglers looking for a nearby and rewarding water. There is a rest area and a wind shelter by the lake, making Södra Färdsjön a pleasant destination for a full day of fishing in the mountain-near Dalarna nature.
Quick facts
- Season: Summer, Autumn
- Parking: Yes
- Toilet: No
- Dog-friendly: No
- Family-friendly: Yes
Practical information
A fishing permit is required to fish in Södra Färdsjön and is purchased through Transtrand FVOF. Children under 15 fish for free on a guardian's permit. Special rules apply in stocked waters: a maximum of 3 game fish per permit and day, only one rod per permit, and a ban on boats and float tubes. Always check the current rules with the fishing management area before fishing.
Local tips
Tips and recommendations (not verified facts): • Early morning and evening often give the best fishing, especially on warm summer days. • Spring: fish near the surface and by inlets when the water is cold and the trout are active in shallow areas. • Summer: look for deeper, cooler sections in the middle of the day. • Autumn: often one of the best windows when the trout are active before winter. • Spin fishing with small spoons and spinners works well around the lake. • Fly fishing with a nymph or dry fly can be very effective during hatches. • Bait fishing with natural bait from shore is a simple and child-friendly option.
Local recommendation
Bring a packed lunch and make use of the rest area by the wind shelter – a calm morning at Södra Färdsjön with coffee and a rod is hard to beat.
- Do I need a fishing permit?
- Yes. A fishing permit is required and is purchased through Transtrand FVOF. Children under 15 fish for free on a guardian's permit.
- Which fish species are found in Södra Färdsjön?
- The lake is a stocked water for trout, which is the species verified to be released here.
- Is the lake suitable for children?
- Yes. Accessible shore fishing plus a rest area and wind shelter make the spot child-friendly. Children under 15 fish for free on a guardian's permit.
- Are boats allowed?
- No. Boats are not allowed, as Södra Färdsjön is a stocked water.
- Are float tubes allowed?
- No. Float tubes are not allowed in the stocked water.
- How many fish may I keep?
- A maximum of 3 game fish per permit and day applies in the stocked water.
- When is the best time to fish?
- Summer and autumn are the best seasons, and early morning and evening often give the best fishing.
- Can I fly fish here?
- Yes. Fly fishing works well, as do spin fishing and bait fishing. Note that only one rod per permit is allowed.
- Is there a rest area?
- Yes. There is a rest area by the lake.
- Is there a wind shelter?
- Yes. There is a wind shelter by the lake.
- Is the lake suitable for beginners?
- Yes. Easily accessible shore fishing makes Södra Färdsjön a good choice for anyone wanting to try trout fishing.