Waterway

Location:

Barley Lake can be found near Cove on the coast of the town of Dough north of Mizen Head.

County: Cork
Fish: Sea ()
Description:
Catch:Flounder, Eel, Mullet & Sea Trout.

Bottom fishing can be done from the road bridge where catches of Flounder, freshwater Eel and Mullet can be taken with ground baiting. High water is the best time to fish this method. From the channel, spinning is done for some Sea trout. Flood tide at dusk is the most productive time.

Season:

All year around, although the best time of year is between May to September.

Methods:

Spinning and bottom fishing with Mackerel strips.

Cost: No cost for off-shore fishing. Boat charter varies between 200 Euro - 300 Euro per boat, suitable for 4-8 people.