In the Medieval period the area of Corcaree formed part of the lands held by the Ó Dálaigh (Daly) bardic family.

Máel Íosa Ua Dálaigh, died 1185, was described as "Chief poet of Ireland and Scotland," he was also lord (ard taoiseach) of the 'minor midland kingdom' of Corca Raidhe (Corcaree).

[3] The annals state that in 1185, Maelisa O'Daly, ollave (chief poet) of Ireland and Scotland, Lord of Corcaree and Corca-Adain, a man illustrious for his poetry, hospitality, and nobility, died while on a pilgrimage at Clonard.

In addition Lough Iron, a small lake, lies on the River Inny and is shared with the barony of Moygoish.

The N4, a national primary road passes to the north of Lough Owel, connecting Dublin with the north–west of Ireland and the coastal town of Sligo.