Clonakilty Bay

Saltwater
Bay

Clonakilty Bay

Saltwater
Bay

Sq. miles: 12
Boat Ramps: 1
Access Points: 0
Species: 12

Clonakilty Bay is a premier saltwater fishing destination on Ireland's West Cork coast, characterized by its deeply indented shoreline where high rocky headlands meet expansive sandy beaches and tidal estuaries. This diverse Atlantic bight, approximately ten miles wide, creates a rich mosaic of habitats from sheltered inner harbors and channels to open surf beaches and rugged kelp-covered reefs. The bay's complex geography, washed by clean Atlantic swells, supports a vibrant fishery renowned for its quality and variety, attracting anglers targeting powerful gamefish and challenging inshore species.

Species & education

Learn what type of fish are at Clonakilty Bay and what's needed to catch them.

Find which waters have the species you want to catch

Ballan Wrasse

Labrus bergylta

Bull Huss

Scyliorhinus stellaris

Common Skate

Dipturus intermedius

Corkwing Wrasse

Symphodus melops

Dab

Limanda limanda

Lesser Spotted Dogfish

Scyliorhinus canicula

Pollack

Pollachius pollachius

Pouting

Trisopterus luscus

Small-eyed Ray

Raja microocellata

Spotted Ray

Raja montagui

Thornback Ray

Raja clavata

Undulate Ray

Raja undulata

Fishing spots, boat ramps & amenities

Learn how to get on Clonakilty Bay. Uncover great fishing access points, boat ramps, and all the facilities you need for an unforgettable day on the water. Some locations shown may border or include private property. Always check property boundaries and applicable regulations before visiting. onWater's Public & Private Land layer can help you plan your access with confidence.

Lehenagh Slip

Boat Ramp

Know where you can legally fish on Clonakilty Bay

See public and private land boundaries along the water, turn on private parcels with owner details to know where permission is required, and find land-trust parcels that offer permitted fishing access.

Co. Cork licenses and regulations

No licenses or regulations available for Co. Cork.

Take Clonakilty Bay with you

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Tides, wind & water conditions (10 day forecast)

On open water, wind and tide matter as much as the weather. See the best times to fish Clonakilty Bay and check the marine forecast before you launch.

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