Angling Centre: Ballymahon, Co Longford

Fishery & Location: River Inny Lower, Inny Bay ( Lough Ree)

RATING CHART

Pike Fishing Rated - excellent **** very good *** good ** fair * . N/P Species not present P - Species present

Coarse Fishing Rated - excellent **** very good *** good ** fair * . N/P - species not present - P - Species Present

THE FISHERY

Inny bay can be one of the most prolific waters in the region and in late April to early June can be one of the best fishing hotspots for roach and also Bream and hybrids as the fish migrate from Lough Ree to spawn. The Bay itself is quite large with average depths of about 15 feet at normal water level. The bay is heavily reeded and there is a 'cut' through the weeds that runs for several hundred meters from the mouth up to 'Bethlehem'. Here you can catch Bream, Hybrids, Roach and occasional large Tench. If bream are encountered an angler can expect very lively fishing. 

For ease of access, a boat would offer a distinct advantage and can be hired from Tommy Foxe - SEE HIS WEBPAGE. Tom has a private access road which leads to the lake shore and the river and anglers must seek permission to fish this area.  The Inny River has varying physical characteristics and caters for all styles of fishing i.e. pole, stick float, waggler and feeder. The stretch of river known locally as Tom Foxe's is slow moving and deep. It has high banks making it a particularly suitable venue during high water levels and offers significant shelter during windy weather. Fishing the pole to hand at about seven meters would get the best results here. Feeder at 20 ft or float also works well. As fish tend to shoal here early in the year, heavy feeding is advisable for best results. Fish maggot as hook bait for roach and worm for bream, feed hemp and sweet corn through your ground bait.

FACILITIES AND ACCESS

Open bank fishing. Access by private road. To exploit fully a boat and outboard motor is necessary and is available from Tom Foxe. See contact details right

TO GET THERE

Directions from Ballymahon Past meat factory continue over the Tang River When you cross the Tang River, take the first right. Continue for about two miles until you come to the road sign for 'Inny Fishing' and this is Tom Foxes stretch. 

LINKS TO LOCAL FISHERIES GUIDES - BALLYMAHON AREA

Note: Below is a list of the main angling venues/hotspots in the area. If you wish to review how we rate each fishery in terms of target angling species, please click the link below. Fisheries marked * are in the ShRFB group of managed waters and anglers require a fishing permit, see Angling Fees section below

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BROWSE AND SELECT  LISTED LOCAL ACCOMMODATION 2010

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• Ganly's Self Catering Cottage, Glasson, Athlone

• Lough Ree House Self Catering Glasson Lough Ree Athlone

• Inny Bay  B&B, Lough Ree and Inny Mouth

• Shannon Side Guest House Athlone

LISTED ANGLING SERVICES

• Lough Ree Cruisers & Lake Boat Hire with accommodation

• Tom Foxe Inny Bay Boat Hire

• Irish Bait & Tackle Services Ballyconnell, Cavan,  Ireland

Shannon Regional Fisheries Board contact Area Assistant Fisheries Inspector Mr Dermot Broughan ,  Tudenham Lodge, Mullingar. For further information Tel: 044 9348769 morning time only or Mobile No: 087 2595286. Email: dbroughan@shrfb.com Fax: 044 9344644

Angling Support: If you are planning a fishing trip to our region and need assistance please contact  Brian Mc Manus, Angling Section Tel 057 9121777 Fax: 057 9121756 or email info@shannon-fishery-board.ie