0.7 miles
Loop
Easy
Parkanaur Forest - Deer Park Walk (Red)
Four miles west of Dungannon, this forest was formerly part of the Burgess Estate. The woodland is made up of mixed conifer and broadleaved trees. There is also an enclosed herd of white fallow deer and a wildlife pond.
TRAIL INFORMATION
This short walk is way marked from the main car park.
These walks are situated in a working forest environment and may be subject to diversion and closure from time to time.
Leading off the Waterfall Trail the red trail takes you up along the side of the Deer park. On the right hand side there are maturing stand of Spruce and oak trees. The trail at the top of the small hill passes into the deer park and you can observe close at hand the impressive herd of white Fallow deer. After leaving the deer park the trail passes by two parasol beech trees. They were discovered on the estate and brought to the front of the Manor House. Earliest records indicate they were planted there some time before 1885. The trail then passes through the ornamental gardens before returning to the car park.
Up to date information is available on the Forest Service web site - link below
TRAIL INFORMATION
This short walk is way marked from the main car park.
These walks are situated in a working forest environment and may be subject to diversion and closure from time to time.
Leading off the Waterfall Trail the red trail takes you up along the side of the Deer park. On the right hand side there are maturing stand of Spruce and oak trees. The trail at the top of the small hill passes into the deer park and you can observe close at hand the impressive herd of white Fallow deer. After leaving the deer park the trail passes by two parasol beech trees. They were discovered on the estate and brought to the front of the Manor House. Earliest records indicate they were planted there some time before 1885. The trail then passes through the ornamental gardens before returning to the car park.
Up to date information is available on the Forest Service web site - link below
- Point of Interest White Fallow Deer
- Facilities Lots of car parking, waymarked trails, orienteering course, guided tours available on request, toilets with disabled access, picnic tables
- Public Transport Translink – journeyplanner.translink.co.uk
- Trail Grade Easy TRAIL GRADE DISCLAIMER
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Suitable for most people, these routes are relatively flat, smooth and well-defined with occasional gentle slopes. There may be minor obstacles such as gates and bridges. A basic level of fitness will help to enjoy these trails.
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