Dumfries Common Good – River Nith
Dumfries Common Good fishing on the River Nith/Cairn system, providing accessible town and downstream fishing for migratory and resident game fish.
Venue information
- Location
- Dumfries, Dumfries & Galloway
- Address
- River Nith, Dumfries, Dumfries & Galloway
- Access
- Dumfries & Galloway Council fishing permit required
- Operator
- Dumfries & Galloway Council
- Opening information
- Seasonal by species; salmon season opens 25 Feb and ends 30 Nov under current council regulations
- Ticket information
- Council day/season permits available; check current 2026 tariff
Map position
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Recorded fish species
FishMap lists the following species for this location. Seasonal peaks are planning indices rather than live catch rates or guarantees.
Access and fishing rules
Council permit required. Salmon are mandatory catch and release; current Nith conservation policy, grayling rules and seasonal regulations apply.
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- Information reviewed: 6 October 2026
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