The 'Renous River' is a
Canadian river in
New Brunswick.
The Renous River has its origins at several lakes in the Miramichi Highlands, part of the
Appalachian Mountains, in the northwestern corner of
Northumberland County.
Generally flowing southeast through heavy forests, the Renous River joins the
Southwest Miramichi River at the village of Quarryville in
Renous, NB.
The Southwest Miramichi River then joins the
Northwest Miramichi River at
Newcastle, NB to form the
Miramichi River.
The river is noted for
Atlantic Salmon fishing. The annual run of Atlantic salmon occurs from
June through October each summer and early autumn. Fishing is restricted to fly fishing only and all large salmon must be released. Salmon fishing in this river is generally best after a spate. Popular salmon
flies on the Renous River include the Black Bear series, Butterfly, and Silver Cosseboom. Small deer-hair
Buck Bugs are a popular fly in normal water conditions. There is also a local fly pattern known as the Renous Special.
Tributaries include:
★ North Renous River
★ South Renous River
★ Little South Renous River
★
Dungarvon River