Mayo is dominated by four of the great western lakes Conn, Cullin,
Carra and Mask all of which have long established reputations as
producers of quality wild brown trout. In addition to these major
fisheries, the county has numerous smaller lakes and rivers which
offer a wide variety of trout fishing. These vary from small mountain
lakes, in remote locations, to the more popular stocked lakes which
are managed by the Fisheries Boards or local angling clubs.
Permits are available from the following clubs:
Bangor Angling Club, Bangor. Tel: 097 83487.
Achill Sporting Club, The Valley, Achill. Tel: 098-47006
obtained by contacting North Western Regional Fisheries Board,
Ardnaree House, Abbey Street, Ballina, Co. Mayo. Tel: 096 22788.
Boats can be hired locally.
Lough Mask provides brown trout fishing from March to the end of
September, with the best fishing being in the May Fly season, mid
May to mid June and again in Mid August to the end of September.
Tourmakeady Anglers Club organises competitions for local and
tourist anglers, the biggest being The European Cup Competition
held in May each year.