Sea Fishing in Rogaland – Complete Guide 2026

Rogaland in the south-west is where the North Sea meets the sheer Ryfylke fjords. From Stavanger and the white timber houses of Gamle Stavanger it's a short hop out to the skerries and in to the Lysefjord, where Preikestolen rises vertically above the water. Along the North Sea coast and the long sandy beaches of Jæren, mackerel and pollack chase at the surface in summer, while the deep, sheltered Ryfylke fjords offer year-round fishing for saithe, cod, monkfish and wolffish. With a mild coastal climate, varied waters and fish within reach all year, Rogaland is an underrated sea-fishing paradise in the south.

Preikestolen dropping vertically into the Lysefjord, Rogaland
Photo: Sergey Ashmarin (CC BY-SA 3.0) · Wikimedia Commons

Key facts

Number of camps
4 registered fishing camps
Coastline
ca. 1,100 km
Fishing zone
South of 62°N
Top species
Pollack, Saithe, Cod, Wolffish
Best season
June–September (all species)
Nearest airports
Stavanger (Sola) (SVG), Haugesund (Karmøy) (HAU)
Driving from Oslo
ca. 6 hours

A glimpse of Rogaland

The white wooden houses of Gamle Stavanger (Old Stavanger), Rogaland
Old Stavanger, RogalandPhoto: Olaf Meister (CC BY-SA 4.0) · Wikimedia Commons
Panorama of the Lysefjord with sheer mountain walls, Rogaland
The Lysefjord, RogalandPhoto: Carsten Steger (CC BY-SA 4.0) · Wikimedia Commons
The long sandy beach at Sola on the Jæren coast, Rogaland
Sola beach on Jæren, RogalandPhoto: Aconcagua (CC BY-SA 3.0) · Wikimedia Commons

Fishing camps in Rogaland

CampTypeBoatsSpeciesPrice from
Skudeneshavn 182 Fish CampCoastal1 pcsCod, Saithe, PollackSee camp
Kvitsøy Maritime SenterIsland1 pcsCod, Saithe, PollackSee camp
FurrehytterArchipelago3 pcsCod, Saithe, PollackSee camp
Åmøy FjordferieIsland1 pcsCod, Saithe, PollackSee camp

Seasonal calendar

Winter (Dec–Feb)

~7h daylight

Mild coastal climate, but frequent rain and strong North Sea winds. Cod and saithe fished in sheltered fjords. Fewer fishing days on open water.

Spring (Mar–May)

~15h daylight

Temperatures rise and pollack start moving towards the coast. Good conditions for fjord fishing. Some unstable weather early in the season.

Summer (Jun–Aug)

~19h daylight

Best season with warmest water and most stable conditions. All species available. North Sea fishing for monkfish, wolffish, and saithe. Mackerel along the coast from June.

Autumn (Sep–Nov)

~10h daylight

Water is still relatively warm, good fishing for saithe and cod. More wind and rain as autumn progresses. The fjords provide good alternatives on stormy days.

How to get to Rogaland

By air

Stavanger (Sola) (SVG), Haugesund (Karmøy) (HAU)

Ferry

Stavanger–Bergen (Fjordline), Stavanger–Tau (Ryfylkeferja), Mortavika–Arsvågen

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Driving from Oslo

ca. 6 hours

Frequently asked questions about sea fishing in Rogaland

What are the best fish species in Rogaland?
Pollack is the most popular species for sport fishing in Rogaland, followed by saithe, cod, and wolffish. Monkfish are caught in deep fjord waters. In summer, mackerel fishing along the coast is hugely popular among locals and tourists alike.
Can I fish in Lysefjorden?
Yes, Lysefjorden offers good fishing for cod, saithe, and pollack. The fjord is deep (up to 422 meters) and provides sheltered fishing even in bad weather. Several fishing camps in the area offer boat rentals with fjord access.
How do I get to fishing camps in Rogaland?
Stavanger Airport Sola (SVG) has direct flights from many European cities. Haugesund Airport (HAU) covers the northern part of the county. Driving from Oslo takes approximately 6 hours via E39/E134. Local ferries provide access to islands and fjord branches.
Is fishing good in winter in Rogaland?
Rogaland has a mild coastal climate, making winter fishing possible, especially in the sheltered fjords. Cod and saithe are the main species in winter. However, the North Sea coast can be very exposed to wind and waves during the winter months.

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