This is a 1.2km walk located just off the R286 beside Parkes Castle and Lough Gill. close to Dromahair. The walk itself is through a mixed broadleaf/conifer woodland which was planted in the early 1960s. The walk starts flat along river and then continues to rise, passing over two newly constructed bridges. The main features of this walk are the beautiful wooded area and the fabulous gorge surrounding both sides of the climb along river.
GRADE: Moderate
LENGTH OF WALK: 1.2km
TIME: Approx 1 hour
WAYMARKING: No
DOGS ALLOWED: Yes – on a lead
WALK ASCENT: 130m
SUGGESTED GEAR: Specific outdoor walking footwear and clothing are required
FACILITIES NEARBY: Dromahair 7km cafés, pubs and accommodation
TRAILHEAD/STARTING POINT: G786 352
DIRECTIONS TO THE STARTING POINT: Extremely close to Parkes Castle between Sligo town and Dromahair on the R286
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