Golf This lightly populated and scenic county lends itself ideally to the sport of golf. There is a magnificent championship links course at Carne near Belmullet. Westport s 18-hole championship course is unique in that it combines links and parkland in a very challenging manner. Ballinrobe, Ballina and Castlebar also offer interesting 18-hole courses. 9-hole courses are located in Achill, Ballyhaunis, Claremorris, Swinford and Westport.
Green fees vary but are always very reasonable.
Fishing Mayo has traditionally been famous for the quality and diversity of the fishing in sea, lake and river. Salmon, trout and coarse fishing, shore fishing and deep sea angling are all widely available. Boats, ghillies and equipment can be booked locally. Equestrian The hardy Connemara pony is native to this area and the traditions of horse and horse breeding are long established. Equestrian Centres are common, offering lessons, trekking and trail riding on both ponies and the world-famous Irish hunters.