The Department leases the fishing rights on part of the river from Downpatrick to Kilmore. The Department’s stretches are signposted. Good brown trout fishing is available in the river downstream from Kilmore. Access to the water is easy on the south side where the road runs near the water.
Key Information
Fishery Type
Game
Species
Brown Trout, Salmon, Sea Trout
Season Open
1st March
Season Close
31st October
Rod Licence
12 years old and over DAERA Game Rod Licence
Permit
12 years old and over DAERA Game Fishing Permit
Fishing methods
Fly Fishing, Spinning and Worm Fishing
Bag Limit
Four Brown Trout minimum length of 25.4cm. Salmon and sea trout - catch and release only.