ESTABLISHMENT OF INLAND FISHERIES IRELAND - SEE PRESS RELEASE DATED JULY 1st, 2010

ANGLING CENTRE: Scariff, Co Clare

FISHERY AREA: Lough Derg Western Shores & close to East Clare Lakes & Lower River Shannon

PASCAL  GRILLOT  - PUREFISHING EUROPE ( BERKLEY-ABU GARCIA-MITCHELL-SPIDER -FENWICK) on Lough Derg

LOCATION

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Scariff village is on the scenic route of Lough Derg Co Clare (western shore) and lies about 35 kms from Limerick City and approx 48 kms from Shannon Airport.

WHERE TO FISH  

Scariff  is ideally located as a base for the angler interested in fishing for Pike on the western shores of Lough Derg or coarse fishing locally on the Scariff River which can be very productive especially early in the year (April/May). It is also within easy access of the EAST CLARE LAKES and other shore venues along the western shores of the lake, MOUNTSHANNON and KILLALOE.  There is masses of water on Lough Derg. For those more adventurous anglers,  it is worth hiring a boat and exploring the remote shores for large shoals of Bream and hybrids.  Or  for those who have contacts to local landowners,  private access may be possible in a few places. Lakeland Holidays who offer Irish Tourist Board Approved Caravan & Camping & Mobile Homes Accommodation nearby also provide private access to their guests to 1 km of shoreline at Mountshannon. Contact Tel: +353 61 927225 Fax: +353 61 927336 or Email to lakesidecamping@eircom.net Website: www.lakesideireland.com  Mountshannon, Co Clare. Private fishing is also available on a stretch of the Scariff River opposite the harbour called the Island. Permission from Geraldine Moloney who provides this facility to guests using her  Bridge View (3 star) and Riverbank (4 star ) Cottages  The Scariff River meanders along in front of the cottages. The mouth of the Scariff river which flows into Lough Derg frequently produces good catches of Bream, Roach, Hybrids, Pike and Trout. All this is within walking distance of 13 pubs !. Scariff is a friendly place with all necessary amenities such as shops, pubs, restaurants, bank etc.  Boats can be hired locally. Bait and tackle is also available.

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

WHO TO CONTACT

You can browse and  book local angling services and accommodation in advance of your trip to this area see right column. If you feel you need further assistance, contact the Angling Section Tel: 057 9121777 or email Brian Mc Manus info@shannon-fishery-board.ie 

OPEN SEASON

There is no close season for Coarse and Pike fishing  but there are best times for individual species. SEE MORE INFO ON INDIVIDUAL COARSE FISH SPECIES

FISHING ADVICE

To facilitate anglers, particularly those of you who are less experienced or those coming to Ireland for the first time, we recommend you review and follow tips and advice on COARSE AND PIKE FISHING IN IRELAND

FISHING REPORTS

We feature weekly fishing reports for the region during the main part of the season. In addition we archive all our past fishing reports. To view our  CURRENT FISHING REPORT. You can become a reporter to add value to these reports every week, we would like  to hear from you and don't forget to send us a photo which we will feature as well. If interested complete our FISHING REPORT SUBMISSION FORM or simply email us with your report and contact particulars to info@shannon-fishery-board.ie

ANGLING FEES

There is no rod licence required for coarse and pike fishing on the River Shannon or Lough Derg.