The Doonbeg River is a scenic Atlantic salmon and sea trout fishery located in County Clare on Ireland's west coast, flowing through the Shannon International River Basin District. Rising near Kilmaley, the river travels approximately 35 kilometers in total — first in a southwesterly direction for about 11 kilometers before turning west for roughly 24 kilometers, passing through Cooraclare and ultimately emptying into the sea at Doonbeg village. The catchment covers approximately 112 square kilometers of west Clare countryside, and the river's journey to the Atlantic gives it the classic character of an Irish spate river — responsive to rainfall, with flows that can rise and fall quickly with the seasons. The estuary opens into Doonbeg Bay, which itself offers additional angling opportunities, making the entire system a versatile destination for game anglers.