Salmon river Leirvogsa
 

River Leirvogsa runs just outside Reykjavik’s city limits. Despite the closeness to the city the river surroundings are overall remote as well as scenic.
In recent years, average catch on the Leirvogsa has been among the overall highest, or approx three salmon per rod per day. Numerous and varied fishing sites characterize this river and many are great for fly fishing.
The river is formed by tributaries, but also influenced by springs.
Total length is 19km, but 8 km are passable for salmon.
Besides the salmon, river Leirvogsa has plenty of good sized sea trout as well.
Permits for this river are in great demand, and bookings must usually be done well in advance. The river is fished with only two daily rods at a time. 
The total catch 2009 was approx 900 salmon as well as 300 sea trout.

 

Location: 15 km. west of Reykjavik Fishing season: June 26th to September 20th  Tackle: Single handed rods, line weight 5-8 Total catch 2009: Approx 900 salmon

 

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