Vincent Appleby reports on the latest difficult week in South West Kerry:
1/4/2026. Just two Currane boats out, in the words of one gillie, no good, and just for the record I’ve left out the effing and blinding. On that note, we head for the Currane weather chart: wind moderate, fresh SW veered WNW, followed by good sunshine and clouds. Yesterday’s weather rainfall 0.4mm, maximum air temperature 12.1⁰C, amount of sunshine none.
2/4/2026. The Currane anglers were all quiet in all departments this day, so on that note we head for the Currane anglers weather chart. The wind was moderate to fresh from the southwest, veering to south-southwest, accompanied by rain on and off throughout the day. Yesterday’s weather recorded 0.5mm of rainfall, a maximum air temperature of 12.1°C, and 6 hours and 8 minutes of sunshine.
3/4/2026. Happy Easter to all the Currane anglers and the Good people of Waterville, Caherdaniel and the Island of Ireland.
So, picture this Good Friday: just two hardy souls out on the water, and let me tell you, the fish were having none of it. You could practically hear them laughing from the lake bed. Wind danced from West to WNW, clouds gave us a good cover story, and we got a sprinkle of showers here and there.
And yesterday? Well, the sky drizzled 15 mm of rain on us, the max temp gave us a polite 11.6°C, and sunshine? We got a whole 60 seconds of it—just enough time to blink.
4/4/2026. All Salmon and Sea Trout stations were closed for good reason; it was wild out there. If a Currane boat did venture out, no comment. On that note, we head for the Currane anglers weather chart: Wind: South 42 km/h, gusts 64 km/h, 1pm: 54 km/h ,4pm: 72 km/h. Followed by heavy showers throughout the day, then sunny spells late this afternoon. Yesterday’s weather: Amount of rainfall: 2.0 mm. Maximum air temperature: 12.1°C. Amount of sunshine: 5 hours and 1 minute
5/4/2026. Six Currane boats were out on this Easter Sunday, all working on their skills. By all accounts, their lines stayed slack throughout the day. I was talking to a UK Currane angler and mentioned it would be nice to see a few more Currane boats out there. He politely opined, “Vincent, I don’t think it would make a scrap of difference.” After today’s lack of action, I have to concur.
Currane Weather Report. Wind: Moderate to gentle Sky: A good mixture of cloud and sunshine. Yesterday’s rainfall: 11.5mm Maximum air temperature: 12°C
Amount of sunshine: 1 hour and 9 minutes
For more information on the daily conditions on Lough Currane, all the craic and news be sure to check out Vincent Appleby’s Salmon and Sea Trout blog for regular reports with back dates, petitions, public consultation notices, readers letters and videos and more of what’s happening in Waterville and beyond
Sea Trout – Catch and release only
Inland Fisheries Ireland wishes to remind anglers that the Conservation of Sea Trout (No.7 or Kerry District) Waterville Area Bye-Law No. 971 of 2019 remains in effect. This Bye-law prohibits the retention and possession of any sea trout (Salmo trutta L.) taken by any fishing engine or by rod and line in the Waterville area i.e. that part of the sea eastward of a line drawn from the most westerly point of Bolus Head to the most westerly point of Lamb’s Head and to all the waters discharging in to it.
The Bye-Law mainly affects seatrout fishing on :-
- the river Inny (Knockmoyle) and its tributaries
- the waters of the Waterville system, including the Waterville River, Lough Currane, the Cummeragh River and all their tributary rivers and lakes
- the waters of Ballinskelligs Bay
Go fishing….
Guides and boat hire
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Dominic McGillicuddy – Fishing Ghillie in Waterville
A ghillie on Waterville Lake since 1990. I have experience in all aspects of Salmon & Seatrout fishing in Waterville using my own hand tied flies.
I give tuition and guidance in all aspects of Salmon & Seatrout Fishing in Waterville.
All levels of experience are welcome – from beginners to intermediate and advanced anglers.
Enjoy a day out on the Lakes of Waterville for exciting fishing in beautiful and tranquil surroundings.
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Angling Guide
Tom O’Shea is a fourth generation ghillie on Lough Currane with over thirty years experience fishing the Waterville system.
The Fishing season here in Waterville, Co. Kerry, Ireland it is open from January 17th to October 12th.
Fishing from January to Mid May is for Spring salmon.
From Mid May to October it is mainly for Grilse and Sea trout.
River fishing can also be arranged during the Summer months.
Boat Hire
Boats and engines available for daily hire.
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Guide and Instructor for salmon and trout fishing
Notes: Located at Lakelands House Bed and Breakfast and Self Catering Accommodation, on Ireland’s best sea trout lake, Lough Currane. Frank is a professional angling guide and boatman.
Sea angling can be arranged with local operators.
Boat Hire
Boats for hire. All boats and engines are moored on the farm, 300 metres from the house, with easy access from the road with car park and boat shed.
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Salmon and Sea-Trout fishing Guide
Notes: Neil is a experienced guide on the famous Lough Currane system, home to Ireland’s largest sea-trout, and also noted for its salmon fishing.
Boat Hire
Boat and engine hire also available.
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Guide and Instructor for salmon and trout fishing
Notes: Having ghillied on Lough Currane for over 30 years Vincent is a great choice for those looking for a guided service or flyfishing instruction on the Lake. All ages are catered for and even experienced anglers will benefit from the watercraft and fly-lore unique to Lough Currane. All tackle is provided and accommodation can be organised if required.
