Lough Nacung

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Lough Nacung (Irish: Loch na Cuinge, meaning "Lake of the Isthmus" or "Lake of the Narrow Neck of Land") sits in the heart of Gaoth Dobhair in the rugged northwest of County Donegal, Ulster. This scenic lough is part of a connected chain of waters, linking Lough Dunlewey to Lough Nacung Lower, which in turn drains into the Clady River system flowing toward Bunbeg and the sea. The landscape here is quintessentially Donegal — wild, windswept, and steeped in the raw beauty of the northwest Irish coastline. Designated as a Special Area of Conservation (SAC 000140, Fawnboy Bog/Lough Nacung), this water body holds significant ecological importance and offers anglers the chance to fish in one of Ireland's most pristine and protected natural environments.

Species & education

Learn what type of fish are at Lough Nacung and what's needed to catch them.

No species information available.

Fishing spots, boat ramps & amenities

Learn how to get on Lough Nacung. 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.

Cung Dam

Dam

Know where you can legally fish on Lough Nacung

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.

Co. Donegal licenses and regulations

No licenses or regulations available for Co. Donegal.

Take Lough Nacung with you

The onWater Fish app keeps this water's access points, species and conditions in your pocket, with the tools you use once you're there.

Use the map without signal
Download the map around Lough Nacung to use it offline when coverage drops.
Log your catches here
Keep a private fishing journal for Lough Nacung to find where and when fish are biting for you.
HD depth charts from Garmin
Find drop offs, ledges, channels, points and shallow flats with Garmin depth charts in the app.