River Blackwater

This stretch of the River Blackwater provides good quality game angling. Dollaghan, a variety of brown trout native to Lough Neagh and the River Blackwater appear on the lower reaches of the system from the first June floods. The average weight of these fish is 3-4lbs, and they are often caught in the dark. Extreme caution should be taken when wading in high waters as the flow is very strong.

Key Information 

Fishery Type	Game
Species	Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Dollaghan
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 - Dollaghan per day minimum length of 25.4cm Salmon catch and release only.

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River Blackwater

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Directions

• From Dungannon: Head along the B45 & Eglish Road then turn right onto Dyan Road.

Local Council Area	Mid Ulster
Nearest populated area	Dungannon
Water Type	River
Water Area / Size	2.6 Kilometres