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Fishery: Cappagh River, Co Galway (Tributary of Lough

 

ESTABLISHMENT OF INLAND FISHERIES IRELAND - SEE PRESS RELEASE DATED JULY 1st, 2010

OPEN SEASON: March 15th  - September 30th, (Ref: Shannon Fisheries Region Lough Derg (Conservation of Trout) Bye-Law No. 754. 1999).

SPECIES: Wild Brown Trout averaging 0.75lb (Limited run of Croneen Lake Trout from Lough Derg averaging close to 1.5lb, best early season.

SIZE LIMIT: 10 inches Ref: Bye Law No: 817, 2007.

DOWNLOAD SHANNON FISHERIES REGION CONSERVATION OF SALMON AND TROUT BYE LAW 817, 2007

This Bye-law prescribes the minimum size of trout at 35 cm which may be taken from Lough Derg south or downstream of the bridge at Portumna and prohibits angling for trout during the period 1 October each year to 14 March in the next following year.  The Bye-law also provides for a minimum size of trout at 25 cm which may be taken in the waters of the tributaries of Lough Derg and incorporates the provisions of the Limerick District Bye-law Nos. 614, 1980 and 488, 1954.

DAILY BAG LIMIT: Not Applicable.

ANGLING METHODS: All legal methods.

ACCESS: Access is good at all road bridges.

FACILITIES: Open Bank - banks can be difficult in places - please observe country code.

PERMISSION TO FISH: No Permit is required.

FISHERY DESCRIPTION : This fishery a tributary of Lough Derg located south of Portumna. It can be a  productive trout fishery best  in the spring time of the year March to May. It has generally long slow moving stretches, more suited to worm fishing or wet fly fishing when there is a breeze.

Please Observe Our Country Code and Fisheries Laws.

Anglers are requested to always observe our country code

  • Seek permission from landowners before crossing private lands or property

  • Do not park cars in fields except where permission is granted and it is safe to do so.

  • Leave no litter

  • Keep our countryside clean

Normal access is over footbridges and stiles or where public access is provided.

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Angling Support: If you are planning a fishing trip to our region and need assistance please contact  Brian Mc Manus, Angling Section Tel 057 9121777 Fax: 057 9121756 or email info@shannon-fishery-board.ie

 

 

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