Recess

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Recess (Irish: Sraith Saileach, meaning "stream of the willow tree") is a small but celebrated angling village in Connemara, County Galway, nestled on the edge of the beautiful Glendalough Lake along the N59 road. Sitting at the southern end of Glen Inagh, the village is framed by two of Ireland's most dramatic mountain ranges — the Twelve Pins (Bens) of Connemara rising steeply to the west and the Maumturk Mountains to the east. This stunning glacially carved valley setting is home to the renowned Lough Inagh Fishery, which encompasses Lough Inagh and Derryclare Lough, along with the outflowing rivers connecting them. The fishery is recognized worldwide as a premier angling destination, drawing anglers from across the globe to pursue spring salmon, grilse, sea trout, and large indigenous brown trout in some of Ireland's most scenic and productive waters.

Species & education

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

No species information available.

Fishing spots, boat ramps & amenities

Learn how to get on Recess. 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 six named bank beats — Corloo, the Trout Pool, Derryclare Butts, Glendalough Butts, Pine Island, and Green Point — are the most structured and well-known fishing locations on the system. The three sets of Butts on Derryclare Lough are particularly notable, as these purpose-built long fishing piers allow anglers to reach productive water without a boat. The open lough fishing on Lough Inagh from a drifting boat is a classic Connemara experience for targeting both salmon and sea trout.

Know where you can legally fish on Recess

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. Galway licenses and regulations

No licenses or regulations available for Co. Galway.

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