Colligan River


The Colligan River is a fast-flowing river in Ireland, flowing through County Waterford. It is reputed to be one of the fastest in Europe.

Course

The Colligan River rises in the Monavallagh Mountains.
It flows southwards under the Scart Bridge. It passes under the N72 at Kildangan and turns eastwards into a wide estuary at Dungarvan, where it is bridged by the N25 and R911 before entering the Celtic Sea.

Recreation

The Colligan River is a noted salmon and trout fishery. It is also used for whitewater kayaking.