Fly Fishing on the River Afon Cynfal

2 species listed
Anglers here can target sea trout and salmon.
1 club or syndicate
Membership water on the Afon Cynfal, some with day tickets alongside.

About the River Afon Cynfal

The Afon Cynfal is a small river in Gwynedd that flows from the east down a deep wooded gorge south of Ffestiniog, with the Cynfal waterfall in the gorge. It joins the River Dwyryd below Pont Dolymoch. A local angling association lists the Afon Cynfal among four rivers it fishes for salmon and sea trout.

Where the Afon Cynfal runs

The river's course with every beat and fishery we list on it. Click a marker to read about that water.

Fishing Beats on the Afon Cynfal

No beats available for this river yet.

Clubs and syndicates on the Afon Cynfal

1 club

Membership bodies holding water on the Afon Cynfal. Some sell day tickets alongside membership, others are open to members only, and a few run a waiting list. Where a club's water is not listed as individual beats, it is not shown on the map above.

Association · Gwynedd

Cambrian Angling Association

On request 14 stretches

Fish species

Anglers on the Afon Cynfal can target sea trout and salmon. Brown trout dominate most beats here; grayling, sea trout, and salmon appear on certain rivers and seasons.

Salmon

Sea Trout

River Afon Cynfal at a glance

Source: Hills east of Ffestiniog
Mouth: River Dwyryd, below Pont Dolymoch
Tributary of: River Dwyryd
Country: United Kingdom

FAQ

Afon Cynfal FAQs

Common questions about fishing the Afon Cynfal, from day tickets and seasons to what to expect on the bank.

01Can I fish the Afon Cynfal?

Much of the water is privately managed, but plenty of it is open to visiting anglers through day tickets, syndicate places, and club memberships.

02How much does it cost to fish the Afon Cynfal?

Prices vary by beat, season, and how many rods share the water. Whatever you book, an Environment Agency rod licence is needed on top of the ticket.

03When is the fishing season on the Afon Cynfal?

The statutory trout season varies by region: on the Hampshire chalk streams such as the Test and Itchen it runs 3 April to 31 October, while rivers in the Thames catchment, including the Kennet, close on 30 September. Many fisheries set shorter dates of their own within that window, and grayling fishing carries on through the winter on many beats. Check the permit dates on each beat page before you book.

04What fish can I catch in the Afon Cynfal?

Beats on the Afon Cynfal list sea trout, salmon. The mix varies from beat to beat, so check the species on the page for the water you want to fish.

05Do I need a licence to fish the Afon Cynfal?

Yes. Anyone aged 13 or over fishing for trout, salmon, or coarse fish in England needs a valid Environment Agency rod licence, bought online in daily, weekly, or annual form. It's separate from the beat ticket or syndicate fee, so factor it in before you go.