Within short drives from Westport are the most beautiful, biggest and safest beaches in Europe. They will be found by driving West towards and beyond Louisburgh. Most beaches are signposted and very uncrowded. Mayo has a large number of Blue Flag Beaches.

The fresh water angler is also well catered for with several productive rivers and lakes within easy reach of the town. Salmon, Sea Trout and Brown Trout can be found in most rivers, while the larger lakes such as Lough Mask are capable of producing Ferox Trout and very big Pike. There is free fishing for children on the Carrowbeg River which flows through the town.
Further information from Western Fisheries Board.

The Sea Angling grounds of Clew Bay are recognised as being amongst the best in Europe. The inshore waters of Clew Bay offer excellent shallow water angling. Almost every known species of fish existing in Irish waters has, at some time, been recorded in Clew Bay.
Boats can be chartered for angling, cruising or exploring some of Clew Bays reputed 365 islands. Telephone: (098) 41562.
For angling charter trips. Telephone: (098) 26514 / 64865 /26899.
Information is also available from Tourist Office.

Westport is a centre of the famous Glenans Sailing Centres providing residential sailing courses, including sail board training. Full details from the Westport Tourist Office, or Glenans, Collanmore Island, Westport (098) 26046 or Glenans, Dublin. Telephone: (01) 6611481.

Rosmoney, Westport is the base for Mayo Sailing Club. A picturesque cruising ground exists among the archipelago of islands in the east of Clew Bay. There are slipways at Rosmoney, Westport Quay and Old Head suitable for launching dinghies and trailer-sailers.