River Erriff

River Erriff

Aasleagh Falls on the Erriff River
Native name Abhainn na hOirimhe
Basin
Main source Glennacally
River mouth Atlantic Ocean at Killary Harbour
Basin size 163 square kilometres (63 sq mi)[1]
Physical characteristics
Length 33.0 kilometres (20.5 mi)
Discharge
  • Average rate:
    8.16 m3/s (288 cu ft/s)

The River Erriff (Irish: Abhainn na hOirimhe) is a river in Ireland, flowing through County Mayo.[2] A spate river, it is characterised by lively streams and deep fish-holding pools.[3]

Course

The River Erriff forms from the union of the Owenree River and Owenmore River in Glennacally. It flows west-southwest parallel to the N59, passing under Aasleagh Bridge and entering Killary Harbour.

Wildlife

The River Erriff is a noted salmon and trout fishery.[2][4]

See also

Rivers of Ireland

Coordinates: 54°11′26″N 8°29′02″W / 54.190473°N 8.483756°W / 54.190473; -8.483756

References

  1. ↑ https://www.epa.ie/pubs/reports/water/flows/Hydrological%20Data%20Book%201995.pdf
  2. 1 2 User, Super. "Community group bids for Erriff River fishing rights".
  3. ↑ "Fishing in Ireland. An angler's guide to the best fishing in Ireland.".
  4. ↑ "Erriff Fishery - Fishing in Connemara and Mayo".


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