Fishing on Lough Derg
Lough Derg is a large lake of over 30 kilometres in length and is regarded as a mixed fishery. Lake brown trout indigenous to Lough Derg and are well distributed throughout the lake.

While the season opens in March, the height of the angling year is undoubtedly during the Mayfly season. Fish feed ferociously on mayfly and are in prime condition as they leave the lake on their migratory journey up river to their spawning grounds on the Little Brosna/Camcor rivers and other tributaries on the system. Artificial local patterns of the Greenfly and the Spent Gnat Mayfly are fished dry on 6lb line during the Mayfly season which commences in late April/early May. Another popular method is to Dapp the live Mayfly itself or a Golden Olive fished wet to represent the emerging mayfly.

 

For information on Lake boats to rent for fishing or picnic and family fun go to www.shannonsailing.com.

Sailing on Lough Derg
For sailing purposes Dromineer, Lough Derg provides some of the best inland sailing waters that you could imagine. With water stretching to 32,000 acres and excellent sailing breezes, the lake offers ideal conditions to set sail.

 

Dromineer is home to two Sailing clubs, LDYC and Shannon Sailing. Both offer a variety of sailing courses for people of all ages.

 

For more information on Sailing in Dromineer go to www.shannonsailing.com.

Walking
Dromineer and surrounding areas have some of the most beautiful walk ways throughout Ireland. Beautiful forests and picturesque lakes and waterways are the perfect way to spot some of the wildlife that Tipperary has to offer. Teaming with wildlife and breathtaking scenery, a day walking in the wilderness or a short break is sure to create opportunities to see local wildlife.

 

The Sli Eala walk (approx 10km) will bring you along the Nenagh riverside path from Dromineer to the picturesque bridge and weir at Ballyartella. This river is home to many Mute Swans which give the walk its name.

 

Enjoy the Slieve Feilm (approx 36km) Stretching from Murroe in County Limerick to Silvermines Village in County Tipperary, the Slieve Felim Way takes you into the heart of beautiful, rural countryside. Scenic views of four counties, glimpses of some of Ireland's most spectacular waterways, the River Shannon and Lough Derg, plenty of forest trails and an interesting mountain route.

 

Devil's Bit Loop provides some incredible scenic views through Sandy laneways, forestry tracks and hillside paths. According to local legend, the mountain got its name because the devil took a bite out of it.

 

Upperchurch Looped walk is located near Thurles in Co. Tipperary. There is no better way to see the countryside through minor roads, old laneways and fields.

 

Cycling
North Tipperary boasts 7 cycle loops ranging from 11km to 67km. Tipperary has some great cycling possibilities with some stunningly beautiful scenery, from quiet rolling countryside to the more tougher mountainous areas. Explore the local landmarks on your way with cycle routes joining Dromineer, Nenagh, Castlelough, Garrykennedy, Terryglass and many more villages.

 

For more information on North Tipperary Cycle Routes see www.northtippcycling.com.

Bike hire is availalbe locally from €10 per day at www.moynans.com.

Golf
Nenagh Golf Course is situated 10 minutes drive from Dromineer. This 18 hole course provides the perfect setting for this superb championship course, which offers spectacular views over the wonderful Tipperary countryside stretching from the Silvermines and Arra mountains across to Lough Derg.

 

For more information see www.nenaghgolfclub.com.

Horse Riding
Horse Riding, available in Nenagh in a state of the art riding school.

Paintballing
Paintballing, available in Terryglass which is a 15 minute drive from Dromineer. Paintballing trips can be organised.

Go Karting
Go Karting, Dunkerrin Go Karting has an excellent facility 35 mintues drive from Dromineer.

Dromineer Playground
Playground, Dromineer has a playground to keep the kids entertained. It is located two minutes walk from the Cottages and provides a safe environment for children to play.

Other Water Sports
Lough Derg provides a great area for other watersports such as jet skiing, canoeing, swimming and wind surfing. Dromineer is an ideal place to bring your own boat with Dromineer Harbour just two minutes walk, you can park your boat in a safe and secure environment.

Kueetu Boat Trip
The Kueetu is a water-bus that can take you on a trip across Lough Derg providing drinks and entertainment.

 

For more details see www.kueetu.ie.