Ballygar, an attractive little town, on the N63, is
situated by the River Suck, which forms the county boundary
with County Roscommon, and thus is an ideal base for the
angler. It is a limestone river, rich in fly life, and was
once regarded as one of the prime trout fisheries in the
country. It also runs low in summer because of a drainage
scheme. The best of the trout fishing is from early in the
season to about mid-June. The average size of the trout is
said to be approximately 0.75 lb. The best of the mayfly
hatch is from Rookhill downstream. Stretches that are very
worthwhile are in the vicinity of Tryhill and Ilandcave
Bridges,and also at Nolan's Fort.
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Ballygar's long street and square are kept neat and tidy,
and it is not surprising that the town has won a number of
Bord Failte Tidy Town awards. Just 1.5km north of the town,
lies Aghrane Woods with lay-by, picnic sites and forest
walks.
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