River Bush (Leap Stretch)
The restricted stretches of the River Bush are prime salmon beats. Spring fishing is at its best from Mid April to end of May. The grilse run usually peaks in July. The Leap Stretch offers excellent fly water, as the river runs through a steep gorge, and through a series of good holding pools.
Key Information
| Fishery Type | Game |
|---|---|
| Species | Brown Trout, Salmon |
| Season Open | 1st March |
| Season Close | 20th October |
| Rod Licence | 12 years old and over DAERA Coarse or Game Rod Licence |
| Permit | 12 years old and over DAERA Coarse or Game Fishing Permit |
| Fishing methods | Fly Fishing, spinning and worm fishing. Spinning is not permitted when the red section is visible on the marker post. Hooks used must be single or double barbless and no worm fishing from 1/2 to 30/6. |
| Bag Limit | Four Trout per day minimum length of 25.4cm, Salmon and sea trout catch and release only. |
Buy a DAERA Licence, Permit or Day Ticket
| Car Parking Onsite | Yes |
|---|---|
| Disabled Car Parking Onsite | No |
| Fishing Stands | Yes |
| Disabled accessible fishing stands | No |
| Boats Allowed | No |
| Boat Restrictions | N/A |
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Directions
- From Salmon Leap Falls: Travel 560 metres upstream of the Salmon Station.
| Local Council Area | Causeway Coast & Glens Council |
|---|---|
| Nearest populated area | Bushmills |
| Water Type | River |
| Water Area / Size | 0.5 Kilometres |