0.8 miles
Loop
Easy
Montalto Estate Lake Walk
This walk is best visited in late spring / early autumn. It will take you past The Boathouse, which has lots of woodland planting and a variety of acers, including Japanese maples.
TRAIL INFORMATION
While you pass the shrub walk, you will see another of the stunning and rare champion trees, the Austrian pine. This tree boasts the Irish champion girth for its species.
Continuing along this walk, you will see beautiful deciduous azaleas, which are in full colourful bloom during springtime. You will also pass a number of specimen trees, shrubs, and magnolias. Another interesting feature you will catch a glimpse of as you continue along this walk is the azalea bowl, which includes a wonderful, natural bowl formation.
Next, loop around The Witch’s Cottage, where you will see a wide variety of shrubs and trees. In particular, notice the wonderful array of beautiful daffodils and azaleas, which are magnificent here in spring.
Finally, you will pass a meandering woodland planting path which will lead you to the end of this walk.
TRAIL INFORMATION
While you pass the shrub walk, you will see another of the stunning and rare champion trees, the Austrian pine. This tree boasts the Irish champion girth for its species.
Continuing along this walk, you will see beautiful deciduous azaleas, which are in full colourful bloom during springtime. You will also pass a number of specimen trees, shrubs, and magnolias. Another interesting feature you will catch a glimpse of as you continue along this walk is the azalea bowl, which includes a wonderful, natural bowl formation.
Next, loop around The Witch’s Cottage, where you will see a wide variety of shrubs and trees. In particular, notice the wonderful array of beautiful daffodils and azaleas, which are magnificent here in spring.
Finally, you will pass a meandering woodland planting path which will lead you to the end of this walk.
GETTING TO THE START
- Point of Interest Winter Garden, Woodcutters, Witches House, Champion Tree
- Facilities Cafe, Shop, Car Park, Toilets, Natural Play
- Dog Policy Dogs must be kept on a lead
- Getting to the Start This walk is located a short drive from Ballynahinch. Entry to Montalto Estate is via the Spa Road.
- 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.
