Back Bay

Saltwater
Beach

Back Bay

Saltwater
Beach

Sq. miles: 0
Boat Ramps: 0
Access Points: 0
Species: 1

Back Bay offers anglers a classic, rugged Scottish shoreline experience. This exposed beach and rocky cove faces the open Atlantic, providing a dynamic environment for surf and rock fishing. The geology here is notable, featuring some of the most extensive raised marine terraces in Europe and complex folded rock structures that create interesting underwater topography. The scenery is dramatic, with clear views across the ocean, making it a picturesque spot for a fishing outing.

Northern Ireland licenses and regulations4 to check before you go

Species & education

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Coalfish

Pollachius virens

Fishing spots, boat ramps & amenities

Learn how to get on Back Bay. Uncover great fishing access points, boat ramps, and all the facilities you need for an unforgettable day on the water. Some locations shown may border or include private property. Always check property boundaries and applicable regulations before visiting. onWater's Public & Private Land layer can help you plan your access with confidence.

The most productive spots are where structure meets deeper water. Focus on the rocky points at either side of the bay, where submerged rocks and kelp beds create ambush points for pollock. The edges of the main sandy channel within the bay can hold flatfish. Any noticeable gullies or deeper pockets along the rock marks are worth prospecting.

Know where you can legally fish on Back Bay

See public and private land boundaries along the water, turn on private parcels with owner details to know where permission is required, and find land-trust parcels that offer permitted fishing access.

Northern Ireland licenses and regulations

Northern Ireland Boating Regulations

Official NI guidance on using waterways, rivers and loughs for boating, canoeing and other craft (e.g. Lough Erne and the Lower Bann canoe trails). Navigation on the cross-border system is managed by Waterways Ireland.

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Northern Ireland Fishing License

To fish freshwater in Northern Ireland you need both a rod licence and a permit/day ticket. Licences and permits are issued by DAERA (most of NI) and the Loughs Agency (Foyle and Carlingford catchments); a small endorsement lets a full-season game licence holder fish both areas.

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Northern Ireland Fishing Regulations

Official DAERA/nidirect angling regulations for Northern Ireland - licence and permit rules, seasons, methods, and catch limits. Separate rules apply in Loughs Agency waters (Foyle and Carlingford).

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Northern Ireland Stream Access Laws

Closest official page on public access to land and water in Northern Ireland, which has limited access rights (no general right to roam). There is no public right to fish - you must hold the required rod licence and a permit/day ticket for the specific fishery.

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Take Back Bay with you

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