Season
Catch and release for 2024
- Salmon: 1 April to 30 September
- Sea trout: 1 June to 30 September
- Use of any fish hooks, other than single or double barbless hooks is prohibited.
- Use of worms as bait in angling for all species of fish is prohibited.
This is a short spate river and is situated three miles from Louisburgh. The lower reaches of the river are characterised by long flat stretches, and before entering the sea it flows into Roonagh Lough, which is tidal.
There are runs of salmon and sea trout into the Carrowniskey from June onwards, and Roonagh Lough offers fishing for both, either by fly or by dapping. It is mainly fly-fishing, but there is some worm and spinning allowed over certain stretches. The use of shrimp is not allowed.
Part of the river is owned by the Harman family and is private.
Sea Trout
The river gets a small run of sea trout throughout the summer, averaging 0.5lbs. Current legislation requires that all sea trout are released alive.
Part of this fishery is owned by the Harman family and is private.
Season
- Salmon: 1 April to 30 September
- Sea trout: 1 June to 30 September
Contact
IFI Office, Ballyhip, Louisburgh, Co. Mayo
Tel: +353 (0)98 66404
Permits are available from Durkan’s Gala Shop in Louisburgh
