TO GET THERE: Follow the signs for Holly Island out of Drumshanbo. Family Breaks at the Lough Allen Hotel . mate Ian Connor (Triana Burscough Angling Supplies) had 47 slabs in full information guide with maps. The scenery is spectacular and Ive heard people say that you cant rely on the weather, but a river Shannon boating holiday is one of the few holidays that you can enjoy even in poor weather. great potential. For boats rentals a driving license or passport is required, a deposit of 20 is required if a boatis being hired only and a deposit of 50 is required if an engine is being hired. E.K. At Lough Allen the accommodation consists of ensuite bedrooms with 3 bunk beds to a room. It is a large limestone lake of 22,000 acres in area, 10 miles long by 4 miles wide. . producing those 100lb-plus hauls, mainly on the waggler. The lake lies to the south of the River Shannon's source, near the Iron Mountains, and is the uppermost of the three main lakes on the river. A prolific, yet surprisingly underused fishery more than able to produce 40lb catches from a stone-cold start and much sport better for those anglers prepared to groundbait in advance. The area has a stock of Bream to 4lbs with a stock of Roach, Rudd, Perch and hybrids. Holiday rentals in Lough Allen Top-rated holiday rentals in Lough Allen Guests agree: these stays are highly rated for location, cleanliness, and more. I saw bream bags of There's free mooring at every town and village along the Shannon and most mooring is within 5 minutes walk of the village or town. Lough Aduff, Tully and Headford are noted for large Tench up to 7lbs. Belhavel Prepare for success with accurate data about the type of fish that are caugh in Lough Alaan, learn what baits are used, and fish smarter with weather forecasts. FACILITIES AND ACCESS: Under the T.A.M programme the Shannon Regional Fisheries Board erected an access road way and car park and provides access stiles etc. Method-Pole and Tip Fishingare recommended here. Pollan was once the important catch and at the turn of the last century over 500 boats were engaged in this fishery, but it went . There are also a number of lakes immediately around Drumshanbo centre. Brown trout can be caught here and Bream can be found in the shallow end of the lake and are usually caught near the Drumkerrin road. Stay with us at Belle Isle Estate where you can enjoy the wonderful surroundings of Lough . Early dont expect it to happen every day. Game fish species include wild Atlantic Salmon, Sea Trout and Brown Trout. Reservoir On the construction of the Shannon hydroelectric scheme in 1925-9, the lake became a storage reservoir for the power station nearly 100 miles away, with sluices to control the flow . For the rest of the year sport is consistently good, especially for hybrids, roach and odd tench, but at its best whenever there is a good onshore wind. Method- Waggler Fishing, Pole and Tip Fishing. Lough Key Forest Park is worth a visit with some great family-based activities, and Shannon River Adventure on Kilglass Lake near Rooskey will keep you busy for the day - you'll sleep well afterwards! Boats for hire with engines throughout the year. This fish was closely followed by a 8lb 2oz fish and a 21lb 11oz fish and a great day was had. For those that have fishing Kayaks, you can kayak out passed Deadmans Point and pit stop at. Fishing in Lough Allen, Drumshanbo, Co Leitrim. The Belhavel The Upper Shannon covers the river from Lough Ree to Leitrim Village and on up to Lough Key Forest Park. Lough Allen Hotel in County Leitrim in the northwest of Ireland is truly somewhere special! TEE OFF TO . Battle Bridge, famed for its roach, is only a couple of miles away by A place to visit & discover a magical hideaway which will guarantee you never-to-be-forgotten memories in mind or heart! On the construction of the Shannon hydroelectric scheme in 19259, the lake became a storage reservoir for the power station nearly 100 miles away, with sluices to control the flow into the river. Fishing Lough Allen Region with Many other Surrounding Smaller Lakes together with the River Shannon has Created an Excellent Angling Location. Fishing permits, boat hire, ghillies, tackle and bait supply and sea angling trips are all available locally. Acres Lake has good Hybrids, Roach, Rudd and Bream and the Lough Allen Canal has Roach, Hybrids and Bream.