DISTANCE

1.7 miles

ROUTE TYPE

Loop

Lough Eske Loop Ard na Mona Reserve

Donegal

Ardnamona wood nature reserve is a native oak woodland, approximately 456.6 hectares in size which lies approx. 5km north east of Donegal Town. This marvellous quiet Nature Reserve with a nicely created walking path loops around large oak, hazel and holly trees in a Woodland that is left in its natural state. There are beautiful mosses, bluebells, wood sorrel, streams and the lakeside to enjoy on this delightful walk developed by National Parks and Wildlife Service. The wood is also home to red squirrel, badger, fox and mink. The route is classed as moderate because there are a few short but steep inclines on the route.

DISTANCE

1.7 miles

ROUTE TYPE

Loop

OS MAP

OSI Discovery series sheet no. 11.

GRID REFERENCE

G961 842

COUNTY

Donegal

NEAREST TOWN

Donegal Town

LANDSCAPE

Woodland

LEVEL OF DIFFICULTY

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TERRAIN

Woodland paths

ON/OFF PUBLIC ROAD

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DIFFICULTY

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TRAIL INFORMATION

The route is marked with blue arrows on a black background.

TRAIL INFORMATION

The route is marked with blue arrows on a black background.

GETTING TO THE START

The start point for this walk is Ard na Mona Reserve car park.
  • Point of Interest
    Nature reserve, SAC, Flora/Fauna
  • Facilities
    Full services in Donegal Town
  • Dog Policy
    Dogs on leads welcome
  • Getting to the Start
    The start point for this walk is Ard na Mona Reserve car park.
  • Public Transport

GALLERY

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