This page provides all the key information regarding the fishery itself and the guidelines for fishing it as follows:

General Information

The Lodge
The Lodge provides cosy and homely accommodation for 16 people. It is provided for self-catering rental and is cleaned prior to each new group's arrival. Its size (and the adjoining beat) makes it ideal for larger parties looking for a group fishing holiday. It is also ideal for families where only some members are interested in fishing, while the rest of the family enjoy the tranquillity of the area or go hiking, golfing or visit many of the local blue flag beaches, etc, making it the perfect family getaway. All utilities and linen included and a cook can be recommended.

A number of major improvements have taken place in the lodge over the last couple of winters. These include a new roof, new septic system, perimiter drainage, upgrade of bathrooms, showers and toilets, upgrade of lighting and electricial sockets in bedrooms. New bed linen. Replacement cutlery and crockery, improved laundry facilities and many more smaller items. Further work is planned over the next couple of years including an upgrade to the kitchen and Pantry areas.

Accomadation in brief:
8 Twim bedrooms, 3 shower rooms(1 with bath) Kitchen, Lounge, Utility, Laundry, Dining room, Rod room, 3 W.C. Table tennis room.

The River
The stretch of the Owenduff river owned by the fishery is a total of 8kms in length. It is fed by the Nephin mountains and  flows to The Atlantic Ocean. It is a spate river, which means that the water levels rise and fall before and after seasonal rains. The stretch of river comprises over 40 pools of varying depths, lenghts and sizes, which become temporary lies for the fish as they make their way up-river to the spawning pools. The "water" is ever changing depending on rainfall, sun, cloud, wind etc etc. This makes fishing the Owenduff an ever changing challenge and is why many visitors have returned year after year.

The 8km stretch is split into 2 Beats each for rental on a weekly basis as follows:

Beat 1 - The upper beat of the fishery is provided as part of a package in combination with the rental of the self catering Lodge. It is 4kms long and exclusively allows a total of up to 8 rods at any one time over both banks. Access to the river is only 50mts from the lodge and an experienced Gillie is available as required. With Beat 1 there is also private access to a stocked Trout lake within a short walking distance and 2 rods are available on Carrowmore lake near Bangor Erris (boat fishing)

Beat 2 - The lower beat is available for rental without accommodation (which can be provided from a number of B&Bs, Pubs or Hotels in the area - See below). This beat is accessible by car at the first pool at "Cleary's bridge".
Also totalling 4kms, it allows totally private Angling for up to 4 rods at any given time over both banks.
A Gillie may be booked separately for Beat 2 by contacting the Lodge.

The Lake
The rental of the Lodge (Beat 1) also provides free access to the nearby privately stocked Trout lake, which hold's Brown Trout up to 4lbs weight, this is perfect for those fishing the river in rotation, or where a different angling experience is desired.

Gillies
Gillies are always on-hand to impart their local knowledge and advise on the best locations based on weather conditions and seasonality. A Gillie is provided as part of the rental fee of the Lodge, while for those renting Beat 2, a Gillie is available on request by prior arrangement with the Lodge.

Other Accommodation                              
Teresa Doran
Aughness North
Ballycroy,
Westport, Co. Mayo 
+00353 (0) 9845529 (House to Let)

Kieran McMenamon,
Shean,
Ballycroy,
Westport,
Co. Mayo.
+00353 (0) 86 6487066 (House to Let)
kmcmanamon@eircom.net

Moynish Guest House (Bar,Lounge,B&B)
Mulranny,
Co. Mayo.
Prop. Kieran Moran.
+00353 (0) 9836116

Nevins Newfield Inn (Bar,Lounge, Restaurant, B&B)
Tiernaur,
Mulranny,
Co. Mayo.
Prop. John Nevin.
jnevin@eircom.net
+353 (0) 9836959

Mulranny Park Hotel
Mulranny,
Co. Mayo.
+353 (0) 983600
www.mulrannyparkhotel.ie

Please Contact Us to find out more about rental costs and availability.

Season Information
The fishing season runs from February through to End of September, this provides a total of approx. 32 weeks of fishing in this beautiful and unspoilt scenery.

Fishing Guidelines
Shean Lodge Fishery asks our visitors to adhere to the following guidelines at all times:

• Strictly fly-fishing only at all times in both river and lake.
• Bag limits for the River Owenduff are available on the Northwestern fisherys web site and are subject to change by Shean Lodge throught the season. www.northwestfisheries.ie
• It should be noted that these guidelines are set down by the Fisheries Department and strictly controlled by Shean Lodge Fishery.
• We would encourage all Anglers to "Catch and Release" fish where possible in order to further safeguard  stocks.

Average Fish Catches
The Owenduff river contains three main types of fish. Salmon, which traditionally run from late February through to September, Sea Trout, which arrive during June and the grilse run, which generally begins in June or July.

Shean Lodge Fishery have catch records dating back to the 1930s and these show that over the years the area has enjoyed stable catch volumes. On any given day with favourable weather and water conditions the fishing can be spectacular. Salmon generally average 9lbs. weight with notable exceptions of up to 18lbs. Sea Trout come in at about 1.5 - 4lbs and grilse average 3 - 6lbs.
All in all a week on the Owenduff can provide a most memorable and exhilarating angling experience.

Pricing & Availability
Pricing and availability are available upon request. So please contact us to find out more.