This episode we're cruising to Lough Allen one of the large lakes on the River Shannon. ago. Your email address will not be published. Some Ive Access is across a stile along private land. Situated on the shores of Lough Allen, only 14 km from the bustling town of Carrick on Shannon, it is just a short walk to the town of Drumshanbo. Explore full map Water Data The area from Gubcormongan to the mouth of the Stoney river, on the east shore, is a noted area for trout and is often referred to as Murder Mile by anglers trolling for Pike because of the number of trout that come to the baits. Theres some big pike, too, and holes on bends have Ive heard people say that you cant rely on the weather, but a river Shannon boating holiday is one of the few holidays that you can enjoy even in poor weather. Acres Lake has good Hybrids, Roach, Rudd and Bream and the Lough Allen Canal has Roach, Hybrids and Bream. The many unpolluted lakes and rivers in County Leitrim support a huge population of wild fish. Lough Allen also has a good stock of Pike to 20lbs+. Hope youll enjoy, and maybe consider river Shannon holidays by boating, fishing or even camping for you and your family? With quiet roads surrounding, short walks are also possible in between stretching your legs while fishing! Posted by Gary Wingate on October 25, 2011. These lakes are well developed and easily accessible and have recorded catches of Tench up to 6lbs with Bream averaging 3lbs and plentiful Pike. Covering a surface area of 14 square miles, Lough Allen is one of the largest lakes in Ireland. County Longford. Yet The Upper Shannon has some of the best activities and pubs/restaurants on the Shannon - award winning cuisine in the Cottage in Jamestown to home-cooked meals on Cox's Steakhouse in Dromod. Flynns or Prices is rated slow. You won't find a better deal anywhere else. if(MSFPhover) { MSFPnav4n=MSFPpreload("_derived/accom.htm_cmp_nature110_hbtn.gif"); MSFPnav4h=MSFPpreload("_derived/accom.htm_cmp_nature110_hbtn_a.gif"); } // -->