Salmon fishing effort remained relatively low across the County Cork rivers for the week ending Sunday, 17th May 2026, although some fish were reported.
On the River Lee and at Inniscarra Dam, anglers reported 6 salmon landed, with the best fish weighing 7.5lb taken by a visiting tourist angler on a spinner. Water levels were reported to be good.
The River Bandon also produced 6 salmon for the week, including a fine fish of 10lb taken by a club angler fishing shrimp. Water conditions remained favourable.
Meanwhile, on the Munster Blackwater, very few fish were reported moving through the system, which is considered normal for this stage of the season.
