Forests, Woods etc

Ballyronan Wood
Ballyronan Wood is a small 5 acre wet woodland on the shores of Lough Neagh. Visiting Ballyronan wood will provide a pleasant walk to enjoy the Loughs spectacular wildlife and scenery

Banagher Forest (Altbritain)
South of the B40, Altbritain Forest offers good routes for the experienced walker leading to Mullaghaneany, one of the highest peaks in the Sperrins that straddles the boundary between counties Londonderry and Tyrone.

Banagher Glen
Banagher Glen features a magnificent lake and forest, located three miles from Dungiven. Spectacular views can be enjoyed by the visitor, whilst hill walking enthusiasts will enjoy a challenging 14km circular walk through the forest. Designated as a National Nature Reserve and Special Area of Conservation, Banagher Glen leads to County Londonderry’s largest commercial forest and contains Altnaheglish Resevoir, used for the supply of water to the surrounding area. An ideal location for those interested in investigating flora and fauna and ornithology. Car parking facilities open 9am - 9pm weekends during June and September and daily July and August. Tel: 028 777 60304 Email: tourism@limavady.gov.uk

Cairndaisy Wood
Located 8 km north of Cookstown on the east side of Slieve Gallion. Cairndaisy Wood is of both local and national botanical interest.

Cam Forest
Located in the Northern periphery of the Sperrins, Cam Forest is accessed via Craigmore Road (B66) and offers a range of circular trails including a section of the Ulster Way.

Davagh Forest
Situated ten miles north west of Cookstown at the foothills of the Sperrin Mountains, Davagh has a series of casual trails suitable for most walkers. There may even be an opportunity to catch a glimpse of the beautiful sika deer.

Derrynoid Forest
Located just outside Draperstown, this forest houses the Rural College & Derrynoid centre — an excellent base for walking holidays. A series of nature trails and walks are available with accompanying literatures. Contact: The Rural College and Derrynoid Centre, Draperstown. Tel: 028 7962 9100.

Drum Manor Forest Park
Situated 4 miles west of Cookstown, Drum Manor is of particular botanical interest with a shrub, butterfly and Japanese garden, arboretum, ponds and mixed woodlands. Waymarked trails of varying lengths commence at the car park and form circular routes.

Drumcairne Forest
Located just 2 miles east of Stewartstown, this wood has interesting nature trails for the visitor.

Faughan Walk
Learmount Forest covers just over 120 hectares of the foothills at the Northern face of the Sperrin Mountains. The River Faughan rises on the highest mountain in the Sperrins — Sawel Mountain — and then flows 46km to Lough Foyle, entering the forest under the Footstick bridge at Altinure. Near here you may be able to see the tracks of an otter in the sand of the river's edge, and further downstream dippers are common, along with the occasional heron or grey wagtail — possibly even a kingfisher. Various supporters have produced 3 A4 leaflets which give more information covering the forest trails, flowers and trees.

Garvagh Forest
Located on the western fringe of Garvagh town, and accessed from its Main Street, Garvagh Forest offers a range of walking trails suitable for all abilities. The forest is home to a pyramid erected as a family vault by Lord Garvagh in the 19th Century.

Glenshane Forest
12 km from Dungiven on the southern side of the Glenshane Pass, Glenshane Forest hugs the south-east slopes of Corrick & Glenshane Mountains and includes panoramic views over Lough Neagh, Antrim Hills, Slemish and on a good day the Mournes.

Goles Forest
Located off the Glenelly Road between Draperstown and Cranagh, Goles Forest offers car parking and forest trails with scenic views of the Glenelly Valley.

Gortin Glen Forest Park
Located 6 miles north of Omagh, this park offers three waymarked trails; the Nature Trail(2km), the Pollan Trail (2km), and the Ladies View Trail (3.5km). Shorter informal walks are also available in the park.

Gortnamoyagh Forest
7km north east of Dungiven, Gortnamoyagh Forest is tucked behind Benbradagh Mountain. To the south is Legavannon Pot, an interesting geological feature formed by glacial melt water, at the end of the Ice Age.

Iniscarn Forest
Located off the A29 Moneymore — Draperstown road, Iniscarn has a range of walks, and is also the starting point for those wishing to climb the hill walk on Slieve Gallion Mountain.

Killeter Forest
West of Castlederg, Killeter forest offers a range of tracks meandering through the low hills of West Tyrone. This area is a wintering site for white fronted geese. As one of the largest forests in Ireland it is advisable that you obtain a copy of sheet 12 (Discoverer Series map) and that you are skilled in map reading before walking in this extensive forest.

Learmount Wood
Located nine miles south west of Dungiven just outside Park village. Roads and paths offer over 4km of trails that rise 200km up from the banks of the River Faughn to the slopes of Meeny Hill. A gentle circular route for cyclists runs between the Community Centre and the Castle. Parts may be considered steep, and as routes use working forest roads, stout footwear is advisable.

Lough Bradan
Located five miles west from Drumquin, this is a great location to explore the flora and fauna of the area.

Loughermore Forest
This forest has a circular route with a steep climb through Loughermore Forest to the summit and return via road. There are stunning panoramic views from the summit.

Moydamlaght Forest
Located off the B40 just 5 miles north — west of Draperstown, forest nature trails link with neighbouring hill walking routes.

Pomeroy Forest
Located just outside Pomeroy village, the forest has an extensive series of nature trails with the opportunity to experience local wildlife.

Springwell Forest
Located 5 miles South West of Coleraine on the Dunhill Road (A37), Springwell Forest offers a variety of walking trails suitable for all abilities.

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