Lough Erne Upper

Lough Erne is one of the finest coarse fishing waters in Europe and is a popular competition venue for anglers. Bream, roach, perch and pike fishery. Pike are found in the mainly weedy and reed fringed bays. They congregate from November to March and spread throughout the lough. Winter fishing is best in deep water, calm areas in river sections. Ballinaleck Quay is a popular angling area. During warmer months pike are taken on spinners, spoons and plugs in shallow reed bays. Fishing in the upper lough is concentrated between Enniskillen and Newtownbutler. The Broadmeadow, Scotch Store and Schools stretches are popular. For the specialist angler, tench can be found in the weedy areas in the summer. Roach are everywhere and there are plenty of bream, pike, perch and eels. There are some productive areas in the upper lough for trout but the lower lough is the main fishing area. Boat hire is available at various locations. Ask for information about ghillies in any tourist office.