Upper Conlig Reservoir (Ross Jord)
Upper Conlig Reservoir is temporarily closed until March 2027. Water levels will remain reduced during this period to facilitate reservoir works and allow the reservoir to settle before reopening.
Upper Conlig Reservoir (Ross Jord) is managed by the Northern Ireland Fly Fishing Association (NIFFA) on behalf of DAERA. The reservoir provides fly fishing for rainbow and brown trout in a peaceful rural setting and is recognised as a popular destination for both local and visiting anglers.
Upper Conlig Reservoir (Ross Jord) is temporarily closed until March 2027 due to ongoing reservoir works. Water levels will remain reduced during this period.
Tickets
Visitors must obtain a day ticket before fishing.
- All-day: £18 (£15 with DAERA Game Permit)
- 4-hour: £14 (£13 with DAERA Game Permit)
- Discount available Thursdays and Fridays
A maximum of five concessionary tickets are available per day.
Key Information
| Fishery Type | Rainbow |
|---|---|
| Species | Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout |
| Season Open | 1st January |
| Season Close | 31st December |
| Rod Licence | 12 years old and over DAERA Coarse or Game Rod Licence |
| Permit | Ross Jord Angling Club Day Ticket (permission to fish) required for visiting anglers. |
| Fishing methods | Fly Fishing only |
| Bag Limit | Catch and release only |
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 | No |
| Boat Restrictions | N/A |
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Directions
- From Newtownards: Head along the Bowtown Road and turn left onto Loughries Road.
| Local Council Area | Ards & North Down |
|---|---|
| Nearest populated area | Newtownards |
| Water Type | Reservoir |
| Water Area / Size | 9 Hectacres |