Lakes & Rivers

Sligo boats numerous picturesque lakes, the largest of which is Lough Gill. While these lakes are a major resource for sailing, fishing and water-sports, they also provide the perfect backdrop for walking and so are home to numerous trails including Lough Talt, Lough Easkey, Hazelwood and Slish Wood. Many of these lakes also have strong archaeological and historical significance as well as providing unique habitats for rare wildlife and plant species.

  • Clogher Beg Trail

    Length:

    2.5km

    Time:

    1.5hrs

    Grade:

    Easy

    Terrain:

    Forest Trail

    A gentle countryside ramble along gravel and forest paths that lead to the shores of Lough Gill

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  • Bunduff River Walk

    Length:

    2.4km

    Time:

    40mins

    Grade:

    Easy

    Terrain:

    Gravel Path

    A peaceful 2.4km riverside trail along the Bunduff River.

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  • Slish Wood

    Length:

    3km

    Time:

    1hr

    Grade:

    Strenuous

    Terrain:

    Forest Trail, Lakeshore Track

    A waymarked lakeshore and hillside track.

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  • Dooney Rock

    Length:

    1.2km

    Time:

    30mins

    Grade:

    Moderate

    Terrain:

    Lakeshore Track

    This 1.2km nature trail is located along the shores of Lough Gill.

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  • Sruth in Aghaidh An Aird – The Devil’s Chimney

    Length:

    2.5km

    Time:

    1hr

    Grade:

    Strenuous

    Terrain:

    Mountain Trail

    All weather track leading to Ireland’s Tallest Waterfall.

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  • Duneil River Walk

    Length:

    3km

    Time:

    1hr

    Grade:

    Easy

    Terrain:

    Country Roads

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    Road and River Walk.

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  • Coolaney Road and River Walk

    Length:

    5km

    Time:

    1hr

    Grade:

    Easy

    Terrain:

    Riverside Path, Country Road

    A pleasant river and road walk which forms a circuit through the countryside of Coolaney

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  • Bunduff Lake

    Length:

    4km

    Time:

    1hr

    Grade:

    Easy

    Terrain:

    Lakeshore Track, Country Road

    A network of minor county roads around Bunduff Lough.

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  • Glencar Lake and Waterfall

    Length:

    2.2km

    Time:

    2hrs

    Grade:

    Strenuous

    Terrain:

    Mountain Trail, Country Roads

    Three alternative routes from the car park. The Waterfall, The Lake Shore Road and the “Bog Road” providing access to…

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