Woodland Walks

Sligo’s rolling green hills and magical woodlands were the inspiration for a number of poems by the world famous poet William Butler Yeats including the iconic Lake Isle of Innisfree. For the culturally curious, a number of our forest walks are also heritage sites including the Deer Park which is home to a court tomb dating back to 3,000BC while Union Wood is a bio diversity site located on the edge of old oak woodland and was formerly part of the Cooper estate. Woodlands like Slish Wood, Union Wood and the Lough Gill Forest have significant stands of deciduous trees and provide the perfect location for exploring the eclectic mix of flora and fauna.

Carns Hill

  • Length: 1.3km
  • Time: 45 Mins
Carns Hill Walk

A hidden gem located just a short walk from Sligo Town.

Union Wood

  • Length: 5.5km
  • Time: 1.5 - 2 hours
Union Wood

A large area of mixed forestry located between Coolooney, Ballygawley and Ballisodare.

Benbulben Forest Walk

  • Length: 5.5km
  • Time: 1.5 Hours
Benbulbin Gortarowey Forest Walk

A all weather surface suitable for all ages and abilities with panoramic views of Benbulbin head, Donegal Bay, Slieve League, Mullaghmore and Classiebawn Castle.

Deerpark

  • Length: 3.5km
  • Time: 1.5 Hour
Deerpark Forest

A forest trail which provides access to an internationally renowned court tomb.

Glenwood

  • Length: 3km (return)
  • Time: 45 mins
Glenwood Walk

A pleasant forest walk with a lovely shaded picnic area.