Fishing/Angling
Lough Ree is a famous coarse angling lake, seventeen miles long and the second largest lake in the Shannon system. Often described as an inland sea, the lake has numerous bays and inlets which offer the coarse angler a variety of angling . The lake is noted for its big pike. Lough Ree produces specimen bream, tench, hybrids and rudd each year. Bags of mixed coarse fish to 100lbs are common for a day’s fishing. www.shannon-fishery-board.ie
Inny Bay Boat Hire
Fishing boats available to hire. 3-4 People max per boat. Small number of rods and Bait to hire. Great location for Pike, Perch & Trout fishing.
Lough Ree Athlone, Near Ballymahon.
Tom Fox Tel: 0879960173
Viking Tours Ltd.
Viking Adventure Cruises on the river Shannon and Lough Ree and down the river to Clonmacnoise. Ideal for schools and coach tours, it can be booked exclusively for organisations, clubs, weddings, parties etc. Daily scheduled cruises from July to September. Departs from outside the hotel with drop off available in Athlone town centre.
Tel: 090 64 73383
mailto: vikingtours@ireland.com
Shannon Safari
Powerboat trips for families, friends, clubs and businesses to explore the River Shannon, Lough Ree and Inner Lakes departing from Hodson Bay Hotel and other venues around Athlone.
Tel: 090 6479558
www.shannonsafari.ie
Hodson Bay Water Sports
Irelands leading Boat School operates all year around from Hodson Bay pier. Courses from beginner to instructor levels.
Tel: 1890 70 40 90
www.powerboat.org
Hodson Bay Sailing
Hodson Bay Sailing is one of Ireland's leading Sailing Schools, offering courses and training suitable for all levels of experience, from complete novice to expert. Set on the scenic shores of Lough Ree, students have the perfect sail training environment for safe and fun learning.
Tel: 1890 70 40 90
www.hodsonbaysailing.com
Baracuda Boat Trips
Fun family trips on Lough Ree or to Clonmacnoise. Fishing trips also available. Picks up from Hodson Bay marina outside the hotel with drop offs in Athlone town and at various points around the lake.
Tel: 087 2301981 - Contact Terry
