The City of Sligo or Sligo Town as it’s more commonly referred to is the largest town in the North West. County Sligo is also home to the smaller towns of Tubbercurry and Ballymote in South Sligo. While these urban centres predominately serve as a centre for commerce they also boast some lovely walking routes – ideal for anyone seeking to escape the hustle and bustle of daily life. There are a number of Slí Na Slainte routes to choose from as well as the Tour of Sligo Town and the natural beauty of the Doorly Park nature trail.
Starting at Ballymote Community Park, you’ll pass the ruins of Ballymote Abbey, then a statue of Brother Walfrid, founder of Celtic FC, then Ballymote Castle, the Corn Mill and finally Emlaghfad Church.
This Trail is a forest and bog land trail located on the Ballina Road in Tubbercurry. The trail allows for a range of route options through both deciduous and coniferous forestry and onto open bog and connects the Ballina Road to the Rhue Road.
This hidden gem is located just a short walk from Sligo Town.
Close to Cleveragh Park and Sligo Racecourse on the Holy Well Road, this forest walk provides views of Sligo Bay, Ben Bulben and Lough Gill through occasional breaks in the trees.
Town Park with walking paths, Outdoor Gym Trail, MUGA (Multi-Use Games Area), Boules Court and Playgrounds. Located on the urban fringe of Sligo City, on the Ballydoogan Road west of the city centre.
Riverside, Marshes and Parkland. Outdoor Gym Trail, Playground, Table Tennis and Lawn Bowls.
The walking tour of Sligo is a looped 4.5km easy walk, and provides access to the city’s most significant sites. The route includes main streets, quiet alleys, pedestrian walks and riverside amenity areas.