Lough Mourne
This water is known for its large brown trout and is highly productive. In the early spring, there are large hatches of buzzers (chironomids) that the trout feed on extensively. In the later part of the season, there are good hatches of sedge (caddis) on warm summer evenings. It is important to note that this is a public water supply, so visitors should take care not to pollute it.
This water is located in a forest setting and is the largest of the Woodburn waters. It is home to some large trout, and wading is allowed. However, visitors must be careful if wading when the water is at high levels. Anglers must enter using the official entrances and should not trespass on adjoining lands or obstruct roads or gate entrances with parked cars.
Key information
| Fishery Type | Game |
|---|---|
| Species | Brown 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 from the shore only. Fishing only between hours of 08:00 - 22:00 |
| Bag Limit | 4 stocked trout per day, minimum length 25.4cm |
Buy a DAERA Licence, Permit or Day Ticket
| Car Parking Onsite | Yes |
|---|---|
| Disabled Car Parking Onsite | No |
| Fishing Stands | No |
| Disabled accessible fishing stands | No |
| Boats Allowed | Yes |
| Boat Restrictions | N/A |
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Directions
- From Belfast: Approach by the M5 and A2 towards Carrickfergus; as you go into Carrickfergus take the B58 towards Ballynure for 1.49 miles to the first crossroads; turn right onto the B90 for just under one mile to the next crossroads; turn left into Red Brae Road and continue for 1.49 miles to the next crossroads then turn right into Lough Road; the reservoir is about half a mile along this road on the left.
| Local Council Area | Mid & East Antrim |
|---|---|
| Nearest populated area | Carrickfergus |
| Water Type | Reservoir |
| Water Area / Size | 51 Hectacres |