DISTANCE

2 miles

ROUTE TYPE

Loop

TRAIL GRADE

Easy

Carnagh Forest - Boundary Trail

Armagh

DISTANCE

2 miles

ROUTE TYPE

Loop

OS MAP

Sheet 19

GRID REFERENCE

SA936934

COUNTY

Armagh

NEAREST TOWN

Keady

LANDSCAPE

Woodland

LEVEL OF DIFFICULTY

Easy

TERRAIN

Compact gravel and tarmac paths

ON/OFF PUBLIC ROAD

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DIFFICULTY

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TRAIL INFORMATION

This circular walk starts with a loop of Jointy’s Lake Trail before taking walkers out into the heart of Carnagh Forest using a forest road. Take a rest and enjoy the wide-open country views before returning to the car park using part of the Carnagh Lake trail.

TRAIL INFORMATION

This circular walk starts with a loop of Jointy’s Lake Trail before taking walkers out into the heart of Carnagh Forest using a forest road. Take a rest and enjoy the wide-open country views before returning to the car park using part of the Carnagh Lake trail.

GETTING TO THE START

Carnagh forest is located along the Castleblaney Road
  • Point of Interest
    Carnagh Lake
  • Facilities
    "Car park, children’s play park The following facilities are available for users with limited mobility: Car parking spaces"
  • Dog Policy
    Must be kept on a lead.
  • Accessibility Information
    Accessibility Grade: Grade 5
    Terrain: Compact gravel and tarmac paths
    Toilet Facility: No
    Signage: No
  • Getting to the Start
    Carnagh forest is located along the Castleblaney Road
  • Public Transport
  • Level of Difficulty
    Easy TRAIL GRADE DISCLAIMER

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    Relatively flat or gently rolling trails with a mostly smooth surface. You might come across some obstacles like bridges, gates and steps.

    Normal clothing and footwear can be worn.

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