Waterway

Location:

Helvick Pier is to the west of Helvick Head.

County: Waterford
Fish: Sea ()
Description:
Catch:Conger, Mullet, Bass, Flatfish, Ray & Dogfish.

From the pier walls fishing is for Conger, from the seaward side of the pier from late ebb to early flood fishing is for Mullet. Distance casting is for Ray and Dogfish, with the odd Bass, Flatfish and Mullet being caught by bottom fishing.

Season:

All year around, although the best time of year is between May to September.

Methods:

Spinning and bottom fishing with Mackerel strips.

Cost: No cost for off-shore fishing. Boat charter varies between 200 Euro - 300 Euro per boat, suitable for 4-8 people.