A new byelaw was recently signed which updates the regulations on the River Dodder. The new regulations apply to the part of the river from Clonskeagh Road bridge to the River Liffey at Ringsend.
Fly only fishing
River Dodder Bye-law No. 1021 of 2025 provides for fly fishing only, single barbless hook from Clonskeagh Road bridge to the River Liffey at Ringsend during the period 01 June to 30 September in any year. All legitimate methods are allowed at other times (subject to salmon regulations).
Catch and release
River Dodder Bye-law No. 1021 of 2025 provides for catch and release for all fish species downstream of the Clonskeagh Road bridge to the River Liffey at Ringsend during the period 01 June to 30 September in any year.
No salmon, or seatrout over 40cm
A person shall not have in his or her possession any wild salmon or sea trout (over 40cm).
Angling Limitation River Dodder Bye-law No. 1021 of 2025
View the bye law here: River Dodder bye law
