Roughty

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The Roughty River is a beautiful and productive salmon and sea trout river tucked into the southwest corner of Ireland in County Kerry. Flowing approximately 32 kilometres through a catchment of 202 square kilometres, the river winds between the towns of Kilgarvan and Kenmare, offering anglers a classic Irish river experience in a stunning landscape. The Roughty is well regarded for its accessibility throughout the system and is managed by angling organizations that are welcoming to visiting and tourist anglers.

Species & education

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

No species information available.

Fishing spots, boat ramps & amenities

Learn how to get on Roughty. 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 stretch below Roughty Bridge is one of the most recognized and productive sections of the river. The various bridge pools and runs associated with Artully Bridge, Coolyard Bridge, Slaheny Bridge, Cahergal Bridge, Morleys Bridge, and Inchee Bridge all represent classic holding and taking lies for salmon and sea trout throughout the system.

Know where you can legally fish on Roughty

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.

Take Roughty with you

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