Looking to go fishing in Burtonport? Then North West Charters has a trip with your name on it! Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain John can tell you all about them.
"Captain JP was super friendly and made the trip fun for our teens!" — Angela,
Discover the exceptional fishing opportunities in Burtonport, County Donegal, a premier destination along Ireland's Wild Atlantic Way. This vibrant Gaeltacht fishing village offers sheltered harbor access and serves as the gateway to Aranmore Island, where anglers find diverse marine ecosystems in depths ranging from 15 to 60 meters. The nutrient-rich waters yield impressive catches including blue shark (up to 36kg), spurdog, pollack, cod to 4.5kg, haddock, john dory, and all gurnard species, alongside whiting, ling, conger, and plentiful tope that create unforgettable fishing experiences.
Burtonport's unique positioning among islands and inlets creates varied fishing grounds from sandy shallows to deep channels. Inishfree Bay provides excellent small-boat fishing for ray, plaice, and dogfish over sandy bottoms, while the northern waters near Owey Island hold haddock, whiting, and cod. Productive techniques include dark-feathered lures baited with mackerel or lugworm, with prime bait sources like Keadew Strand's black lugworm banks readily accessible along the coast.
Modern harbor facilities support seamless fishing adventures, with professional charters available for offshore excursions targeting blue shark and pelagic species. The area's clear waters attract diving enthusiasts, complementing the angling experience against a backdrop of sea caves, towering cliffs, and uninhabited islands. Accessible via the Burtonport Loops cycling route, this destination merges outstanding fishing with Donegal's dramatic coastal scenery for comprehensive maritime adventures.
