Peter’s Lake
Is known as the ‘lake in the town’ as it
is just north of the town centre and left of the N2 going
North. It covers less than 1 hectare with depths to 3m
and is surrounded by a path and the banks are firm. It
is match standard with 20 pegs. Tench to over 5lbs have
been taken at this venue. All methods work here but it
can favour the pole as the lake gets a growth of lilies
in summer. There is excellent parking in the car park
off Glaslough Street and on the nearby road. A great
venue for young anglers and access for disabled anglers
is available.
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Drumreaske Lake
Lies 3km to the north west of Monaghan on the R186 to Scotstown and Tydavnet
at
the edge of a forest area. The signposted entrance has one fishing stand and
is
a concealed entrance on a busy road. The lake covers an area of 4 hectares with
depths to 4m and is generally reed fringed with a soft shoreline. Drumreask has
recorded
tench to over 6lbs and also contains good general species.
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Quiglough
Is a 12 hectare lough and reservoir also by the R186. At the crossroads 1km beyond
Drumreaske, take the left turn to Ballinode. The signposted entrance to the lake
is
a short distance on the left. As the entrance is on business premises it is important
to shut the gate. This is a reed fringed lake and there is club standard match
fishing
with 20 pegs. The lake holds a good stock of fish including tench to over 6lbs.
Parking is located on the grass verges at the end of the lane. Please do not
obstruct
any gates.
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The Rossmore Park Lakes
Are a group of lakes which lie in Rossmore Park, a Coillte
Forest Park on the R189 3km southwest of Monaghan Town.
There is excellent parking but access to the lakes is
difficult with foot access only. A trolley to wheel tackle
to your chosen lake is advisable and there are good pathways.
The most popular angling venues in this cluster are the
Twin Lakes, Castle Lake, Priestfield Lake and Barnhill
Lake. These lakes are generally shallow and best suited
to pole and float fishing. All of the lakes are well
signposted.
The Twin Lakes
Cover an area of approximately 3.5 and 4.5 hectares
respectively with depths to 2.5m. They contain good
stocks of roach, rudd and perch and also can produce
pike to specimen size. Being shallow they favour pole
and float rigs and as they are reed fringed with tree
lined banks swim clearance is sometimes necessary.
They also get a heavy growth of lilies during the summer.
Castle Lake
Covers an area of 2.5 hectares with depths to 2.5m.
It is a shallow water which gets a growth of lilies
in summer so is best fished by pole or float. Carp
are reported to be present in this lake.
Priestfield Lake
Covers an area of 2 hectares with depths to 2.5m.
This lake contains stocks of pike, perch, tench and
rudd and carp are also present. Pole and float produce
the best results.
Barnhill Lake
Is a small Lake covering an area of approximately
1- hectare with depths to 1.5m. It has stocks of
carp. Pole and float methods are the best on this
small water.
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Astrish Lake
Is a small 2-hectare lake located 5km north of Emyvale.
It is a shallow lake with soft, reed fringed margins
and
it gets a growth of lilies in summer. Access and parking
are difficult on this lake which contains good stocks
of tench. There are some fishing stands available.
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Killyboley Lake
Is located 2km south of the pretty village of Glaslough and covers an area of
6 hectares. Access is best from the south-eastern shoreline of this lake and
there
are some stands available. Car parking is difficult on the small roadway and
anglers
should take extreme care.
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Monmurry Lake
Lies about 2km directly east of Emyvale. Take the Glaslough
road from Emyvale to Glennan village and then the first
left in the village for about 3km to the lake on the
left. The entrance is at the roadside farmyard. Parking
on the narrow roads around the lake is difficult. The
lake covers an area of 10 hectares and has soft margins.
Stiles and footbridges have facilitated access and there
are some stands on the eastern shore which allow anglers
to fish this heavily reeded lake.
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Glaslough Lake
Is located on the grounds of the Leslie estate in
the village of Glaslough. Permission must be obtained
from the owners before fishing and details of the
relevant charges can be obtained from the castle.
This lake contains an excellent stock of coarse
fish and this together with the quality of pike
angling makes it one of the most beautiful angling
venues in Europe. Both boat and gillie services
are available at this venue. For fishing conditions,
charges and reservations.
Tel: (047) 88109,
Fax: (047) 88256,
e-mail: info@castle-leslie.ie
website: www.castleleslie.com
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Drumsnat Lake
Is really on the Erne system but is included here as a recognised Monaghan Town
area coarse lake. It is a 4 hectare ‘bulb’ on the old Ulster canal
about 8km out of town off the N54 Monaghan-Clones road. Take a left for about
2km towards Kilnaclay. It is recommended as a fishery for beginners. Fishing
is
from stands.
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Holywood Lake
Is also on the Erne System and is situated near Scotstown village. It covers
an
area of approximately 11 hectares. Access is via the amenity area where there
is good car parking. Fishing is from stands.
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