Lough Macronan, Benburb

About This Fishery

Lough Macronan is a small coarse fishing lake in the tranquil surroundings of Brantry Wood near Benburb. The approximately one-hectare lough holds perch, pike, roach and tench and is reached on foot along forest tracks.

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Lough Macronan

DAERA records the lough at approximately 1 hectare. Species include perch, pike, roach and tench. The water lies within Brantry Wood and requires an approximately one-kilometre walk along forest tracks from the south car park.

Species & Weights

Perch —

Pike —

Roach —

Tench —

Lough Macronan

DAERA records the lough at approximately 1 hectare. Species include perch, pike, roach and tench. The water lies within Brantry Wood and requires an approximately one-kilometre walk along forest tracks from the south car park.

Species & Weights

Perch —

Pike —

Roach —

Tench —

Fishery Rules

Conduct

Boats are not permitted.

Access

Access is on foot and involves approximately a 1km walk along forest tracks from the south car park at Brantry Lough.

General

Anglers aged 12 and over require a DAERA Coarse or Game Rod Licence and a DAERA Coarse or Game Fishing Permit.
Maximum daily retention: 1 pike up to 4kg and 4 coarse fish up to 25cm.