2.4 miles
Loop
Moderate
Castlewellan Forest Park - Annesley Garden Walk
Beginning at Castlewellan Lake this trail journeys through the Annesley Garden, National Arborteum and takes in a variety of Lakes and Ponds within the forest.
TRAIL INFORMATION
Starting in the Lakeside Car Park, follow the waymarkers along Lime Avenue until reaching the Annesley Garden and National Arboretum. You can then choose a short route back (1.1 mile total) or further explore the Park (2.2 mile total) by continuing uphill to circle the Duck Pond and Mitchell’s Lake before returning on the wide, even path down the hill to the lake shore.
This is a ‘Moderate’ walk suitable for those with a good standard of fitness. The surface is variable but stable, may be slightly uneven and include loose material. It includes some steep climbs and descents.
This walk is situated in a working forest environment and may be subject to diversion and closure from time to time.
Up to date information is available on the Forest Service web site.
TRAIL INFORMATION
Starting in the Lakeside Car Park, follow the waymarkers along Lime Avenue until reaching the Annesley Garden and National Arboretum. You can then choose a short route back (1.1 mile total) or further explore the Park (2.2 mile total) by continuing uphill to circle the Duck Pond and Mitchell’s Lake before returning on the wide, even path down the hill to the lake shore.
This is a ‘Moderate’ walk suitable for those with a good standard of fitness. The surface is variable but stable, may be slightly uneven and include loose material. It includes some steep climbs and descents.
This walk is situated in a working forest environment and may be subject to diversion and closure from time to time.
Up to date information is available on the Forest Service web site.
GETTING TO THE START
From Castlewellan the forest is signposted from Main Street.
- Point of Interest Annesley Gardens, National Arborteum, Mitchell's Lake
- Facilities Car park (fee charged), café, toilets (disabled access), picnic areas, The Peace Maze, Activity Centre, lecture room/ classroom, camping & caravaning, orienteering route, mountain bike trails.
- Accessibility Information
Accessibility Grade: Grade 4 Terrain: Moderate with some steep hills Toilet Facility: No Signage: No - Getting to the Start From Castlewellan the forest is signposted from Main Street.
- Public Transport Translink – journeyplanner.translink.co.uk
- Level of Difficulty Moderate
Moderately challenging trails of varying widths with some short, steep climbs and descents. The surface may vary throughout, be slippery and uneven in places. Expect there to be obstacles like exposed roots, narrow gates, stiles and long sets of steps.
Outdoor clothing and sturdy footwear are recommended.
