The essence of game angling is the pursuit of native fish in wild places. County Waterford offers a unique opportunity to experience such fishing.

  • Salmon, trout and sea trout are native species with an honoured place in Irish culture. Witness a timeless beauty in a tranquil environment where County Waterford's lakes and rivers have preserved their character in a landscape which has changed very little over the centuries.
Game Fishing Season Open: Salmon and Trout season open on varies dates from January up to March 20th. Most brown trout fisheries open between February 15th and March 1st.
Game Fishing Season Closes: Most fisheries close on September 30th with some exceptions. Brown trout fisheries close on September 30th with some exceptions.  

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