Lough Allen
Tourist site

Lough Allen

Rivers
Lough Allen - James McNamara - cc

Lough Allen is an Irish lake in the county of Leitrim and Roscommon. Lough Allen, from its Irish name Loch Aillionn, is a lake on the River Shannon, close to the Northern Irish border…

Visit Lough Allen

A peaceful lake ideal for boating and fishing

Lough Allen is one of 3 large lakes along the Shannon (along with Lough Ree and Lough Derg).

Its inhabitants love to go boating here, or for an afternoon’s fishing, where they can catch a good fish for their evening meal…

Lough Allen is a very pleasant place to discover, whether by boat or on its shores. Nature here is dense and wild, and there’s no shortage of pretty spots! Its elongated triangular shape makes it an excellent playground for water sports!


Where to stay?

Hotels and B&Bs nearby

Want to extend your visit without having to rush around? Here are a few well-located places to stay near the must-see attractions.

Practical Guide

Lough Allen

Essential information to help you plan your visit, including key landmarks, access information, and booking options.

Address

Follow the R280 or R207. These 2 roads go around Lough Allen, County Leitrim (County Leitrim) - Republic of Ireland

GPS coordinates

54.136383, -8.053432

Visit duration

variable

Opening hours

  • every day

Check the opening hours and admission requirements before you leave, especially during peak season or on Irish public holidays.
Prices

  • free of charge

Location

Lough Allen on the map

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