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The main Foyle tributaries running through the Sperrin Region are the Roe,
Mourne, Derg, Faughan and Strule. All these fast flowing, rocky rivers are
abundant with salmon, sea trout and brown trout during mid June to October.
Grilse may also be caught from March to April onwards. Running through the
Sperrin Mountains, the Owenkillew and Glenelly Rivers provide classic spate river
fishing through Summer and Autumn, while the Camowen and Owenreagh
rivers are best fished throughout September and October.
The Foyle is one of the richest game fishing systems in Europe and one of the
best salmon waters in the world! The Foyle Basin covers 3,670 sq km and spans
the Donegal Border and the districts of Strabane, Omagh, Londonderry and
Limavady. Due to the variety of the rivers that make up the system, the region
has an exceptionally long season, stretching from April to October. Each river is
at its best during particular weather conditions which means that there is an
opportunity to fish whether high or low water. It is estimated that 10,000
salmon are caught annually by anglers, while brown trout and sea trout are also
abundant.
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Location on the map.
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