Waterway

Clonakilty Estuary

Location:

Clonakilty Estuary is situated south of the town of Rong on the coastline.

County: Cork
Fish: Sea ()
Description:
Catch:Bass & Flounder.

Fishing in the estuary is best done on the last of the ebb and the first two hours of a flood. The method used is bottom fishing for Bass and Flounder.

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.