Ballinskelligs Bay

Saltwater
Bay

Ballinskelligs Bay

Saltwater
Bay

Sq. miles: 19
Boat Ramps: 0
Access Points: 0
Species: 13

Ballinskelligs Bay is a stunning, sheltered bay on the southwest coast of County Kerry, Ireland, renowned for its unspoiled beauty, spectacular mountain backdrop, and exceptional inshore saltwater fishing. The bay's varied underwater terrain, from sandy bottoms and rocky outcrops to submerged wrecks, creates a rich habitat for a diverse range of sport fish, making it a premier destination for anglers seeking bass, pollack, wrasse, and sea trout. Its numerous beaches and rocky headlands offer extensive shore fishing opportunities, while the sheltered waters are ideal for small boats and kayaks.

Species & education

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

Find which waters have the species you want to catch

Atlantic Mackerel

Scomber scombrus

Ballan Wrasse

Labrus bergylta

Blonde Ray

Raja brachyura

Brill

Scophthalmus rhombus

Bull Huss

Scyliorhinus stellaris

Conger Eel

Conger conger

Corkwing Wrasse

Symphodus melops

European Flounder

Platichthys flesus

Grey Triggerfish

Balistes capriscus

Lesser Spotted Dogfish

Scyliorhinus canicula

Pollack

Pollachius pollachius

Red Mullet

Mullus surmuletus

Sea Trout

Salmo trutta

Fishing spots, boat ramps & amenities

Learn how to get on Ballinskelligs 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.

The bay features diverse underwater structures that hold fish. Rocky outcrops and submerged rock formations are prime areas for pollack and wrasse. Sandy bottoms interspersed with structure are ideal for hunting bass. The wrecks of old fishing boats located within the bay attract a variety of species. The confluence area where Lough Currane empties into the western part of Ballinskelligs Bay can be a productive zone, particularly for sea trout. Areas where gannets are actively diving often indicate surface-feeding fish.

Know where you can legally fish on Ballinskelligs 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. Kerry licenses and regulations

No licenses or regulations available for Co. Kerry.

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Tides, wind & water conditions (10 day forecast)

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