Start with Bibio (10-12) — on the bob / top dropper. If that does not produce, switch depth or speed before changing the pattern entirely.
Fish early and late, try deeper during the heat of the day with a fast-sinking line.
Watch for Murrough towards evening — this could be the best window of the day.
Bank-only venue. Fish from accessible margins, points, weed edges, and inflows.
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Numbers are intensity 0 (none) to 3 (peak) — a guide, not a guarantee.
A reasonable day here, though temperature isn't quite in the sweet spot.
Spelga is a high Mourne reservoir and one of the more attractive wild-trout stillwaters in the DAERA estate. The water is exposed, weather-sensitive and much more like an upland hill water than a manicured stocked fishery. It suits anglers who are happy with modest trout sizes, moving weather and classic dark-fly tactics.
Spelga is a high Mourne reservoir and one of the more attractive wild-trout stillwaters in the DAERA estate.
Start with Bibio (10-12) — on the bob / top dropper. If that does not produce, switch depth or speed before changing the pattern entirely.
Fish early and late, try deeper during the heat of the day with a fast-sinking line.
Watch for Murrough towards evening — this could be the best window of the day.
Bank-only venue. Fish from accessible margins, points, weed edges, and inflows.
Hatch predictions
Top prey shown — see all 5 with Pro.
Start free trial14-day free trial. Cancel anytime.
Numbers are intensity 0 (none) to 3 (peak) — a guide, not a guarantee.
A reasonable day here, though temperature isn't quite in the sweet spot.
Spelga is a high Mourne reservoir and one of the more attractive wild-trout stillwaters in the DAERA estate. The water is exposed, weather-sensitive and much more like an upland hill water than a manicured stocked fishery. It suits anglers who are happy with modest trout sizes, moving weather and classic dark-fly tactics.
