The Surrounds of Glann House offer a number of activities. Oughterard offers the perfect balance of outdoor activity, historical charm, and relaxed social life, in the village (10min drive from the house) enjoy great meals and music in welcoming pubs.
🎣Fishing
Lough Corrib is a renowned fishery, and fishing is permitted from February 15th to September 30th. Peak Season is normally the Mayfly from about the second week of May until early June.
The lake is large, offering diverse fishing opportunities depending on the season and location.
For best results Anglers should fish from boats.
Fishing methods vary; wet fly, dry fly, dapping, or trolling can all produce results on the lake.
Fish Species
- Wild brown trout
- Salmon
- Pike
- Coarse (Perch/Roach/Bream)
Nearby Boat Rentals
Gerry Molloy
Glann, Oughterard, Co.Galway.
Tel: +353 87 9190673
Email: [email protected]
Kevin Molloy
Baurusheen, Oughterard, Co.Galway.
Tel: +353 (0)91 866954
Mob: +353 (0)87 9604170
Tackle Shop and Fishing Supplies
Tucks Fishing and Tackle on the Main Street in Oughterard will be able to sort you and help you land a few fish!
🚣♂️ Lake Activities
Corrib Cruises – Scenic boat trips from Oughterard Pier to Inchagoill Island and Cong, with commentary and historic tours. A great day out for a group, Inchaghoill is a beautiful walk that is not on many radars.
Sail mainly from Oughterard from April-September
Corrib Safari – High-speed RIB adventures exploring hidden bays, island ruins, and see the lake’s abundant wildlife.
Hiking & Trails
Explore woodland paths, lakeshore walks, and the iconic Western Way, with breathtaking views across Connemara.
Horse Riding – Just outside town, Knockillaree Riding Centre offers guided treks along Lough Corrib and scenic mountain trails for riders of all levels
⛳ Golf
Oughterard Golf Club – 18-hole parkland course with excellent greens, just minutes from the village . (15mins drive from Glann House.)
Connemara Championship Golf Links – A scenic 27-hole links course featuring breathtaking Atlantic views (near Ballyconneely). It is remote but worth every yard of the journey. One of the most underrated courses in the country. (50min Drive)
Barna Golf Club - scenic Gorse land course just minutes off the main Galway road 30min Drive)
Galway Golf Club – In Salthill, a coastal golf west of Galway City. (40min Drive)
Galway Bay Golf Resort - located near Oranmore at the crest of Galway Bay. A fantastic venue and a top class course (50min Drive)
Glenlo Abbey Golf Course – A 9-hole course overlooking Lough Corrib on the edge of the city, also modern Trackman enabled Driving Range. (25min drive)