FISHING

Water Conservation

The villages of Tulla, Broadford & Feakle are surrounded by some 30 to 40 lakes collectively referred to as the East Clare Lakelands. They are grouped between the River Fergus & Lakes to the west and Lough Derg to the east. Limerick City to the southeast is just a short drive away. Shannon Airport is also only a relatively short drive from this rural heartland.

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It is important to note that conservation of our lake and rivers in Ireland is vital.  No licence is needed for trout, pike and coarse fishing in the Republic of Ireland; however, lake fishing regulations require a permit for salmon and sea trout, limit the number of rods used, prohibit live fish bait, and have specific rules. Rod and line fishing is the only legal method for catching freshwater fish, and anglers are limited to using two rods at a time. 

There is comprehensive information online regarding biosecurity means and protections that is useful to all anglers that love the waterways as much as they love their sport.

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The Lakes of Co Clare

Clondorney Lake

Clondorney Lake is 40 acres in area located 2 kms north of the village of Tulla. The road runs right beside the lake, and you can almost fish from your car.  This is within walking distance.

Clonlea Lake

This is a lovely reed fringed lake. It has all the usual coarse fish present which include Bream, Roach, hybrids, Tench and Rudd and Pike. 

FACILITIES AND ACCESS: There is car parking and slipway located on the southern shore.

Cullaun Lake

Cullaun Lake is situated in East Clare which is often referred to as the Lake district of the West of Ireland with its extensive lakes and rivers. Within 10 km radius of the village of Kilkishen there are up to 20 lakes of various sizes but the most popular lake for recreation purposes is Cullaun Lake also known as Lough Cullaunyheeda.  It used to be known locally as the “Spa” Lake. It is situated 1 km north east of Kilkishen village and can be accessed from the Kilkishen to Tulla road (R462).

Doon lake

A noted Pike Fishery and has produced some fine quality Pike over recent years. The lake is divided into two parts and is joined in the centre by a smaller pond. For best results a boat is essential which can be arranged locally from Mr Niall O’Donnell Lake View House B&B.

FACILITIES AND ACCESS: Situated outside the village of Broadford this lake covers approximately 120 acres and can be fished from 3 venues.

Kilgory Lake

This well-developed 70-acre coarse lake and is between 10 to 20 meters deep at a casting range of 20 to 30 meters. The fishery is located 5 kms from Tulla and is regarded as one of the most important lakes in the area. Predominant species are Roach, Tench, Hybrids and Bream. Pike fishing is possible from the fishing stands.

Fin Lough

This is a large lake located to the north of Newmarket on Fergus. It is mostly noted as a Pike Fishery and even though access is generally difficult it is possible to access the northern end of Fin Lake.

Lough Bridget

Lough Bridget is a 90-acre coarse fishery located 5 kms from Tulla on the Scariff road. There is a good stock of Pike and is frequently fished by visiting and local anglers. Boats can be launched at the car park which is beside the Tulla-Scariff Road.  

Lough Graney

This is a large body of water about 100 acres, 5 kms long and 0.5kms wide. It is located in the northern part of East Clare, 5 kms north of Feakle village.

This is a beautiful scenic lake with some islands and surrounded by hills on both sides. The village of Cahir lies off the southern shore and Flagmount is midway along the eastern shoreline. This is an ideal lake for the Pike angler, holding a good stock of quality Pike but for best results a boat is essential. Boats can be launched at Cahir and Flagmount piers. There are also solid swims along the shoreline but necessitates a walk to locate them. A very popular fishing stand is located on the western shore.

Lough Cullaunaheeda

Cullaunaheeda a 200-acre lake is one of the few lakes which holds trout as well as all species of coarse fish. It is located 7 kms south of Tulla village and 2kms north of Kilkishen village. To fish this lake a boat is essential. Best bring your own boat or enquire locally.  For the Pike angler this limestone lake is well worth a visit. It is capable of producing Pike of up to 20lbs.

Roslara Lake

This 50-acre prime coarse fishery is located about 7 kms from Tulla village just off the Tulla/Feakle road. The lake is well signposted and is a popular pike lake, but boats are difficult to obtain locally.

Rosroe Lough

Rosroe Lough is a small lake (a little over 3km long) in Co. Clare, in a shallow basin bounded by Finn Lough to the west and a complex of limestone outcrops, scrub and cultivated fields to the east.  Several small lakes are associated with Rosroe.  

Lakes and Links

Ballyallia Lake

Inchiquin Lough

Lough Bunny

Clondorney Lake

Kilgory Lough

Lough Cullaun

Clonlea Lake

Lickeen Lough

Lough Cullaunyheeda

Doo Lough

Lough Alewnaghta

Lough Derg

Doon Lough

Lough Atedaun

Lough Graney

Dromore Lough

Lough Atorick

Muckanagh Lough

Fin Lake

Lough Attyslany

Roslara Lake

Inchicronan Lough

Lough Bridget

Rossroe Lake

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