Rainbow trout fishing
Please take note:
Access to many of the fisheries is across private lands and the Board has developed and maintained a good relationship with landowners but it is important that anglers do not compromise this by behaving in inappropriate ways.
Above all they must not leave litter, light fires, leave gates open or break down fences and if in doubt should always ask permission before entering on lands.
Fly fishing etiquette
- Know the local fishing regulations
- Fish barb less hooks – fish prefer these
- Be considerate of others
- If you spot someone on or near a section of water, that section is theirs until they move on.
- When passing another angler do it with common sense
- Handle all fish with care
We operate a number of rainbow trout fisheries in Cork and Kerry which make a great day out for families and friends. They are marked on the map with a happy fish symbol. Adult and juvenile permits are available. Please note that some of these fisheries are open all year round. Permits charged at a nominal rate are levied on all rainbow trout lakes. Rules and regulations regarding these fisheries are printed on each permit.
It is advisable when fly fishing for this exciting species that the angler brings a variety of fly lines with him/her as rainbow trout feed at varying depths in the water column during the day and night. We also allow anglers use worms and spinners when fishing these lakes but all other baits are forbidden.
These ainbow trout are stocked on a weekly basis. Boats are available for hire at these sites which are clearly marked on the map in this guide. In addition we stock a number of them during the winter for the avid angler so as to allow rainbow trout angling throughout the year.