The Mealagh Woods Loop is another beautiful amenity right on our doorstep and a wonderful 3.2km looped trail on which to stretch the legs. The Mealagh Woods Loop is a great place to get back to nature and get a dose of fresh country air. The trail crosses the Mealagh River and also has the …
Dunboy Woods, The Bullig Loop
The Bullig Bay Loop in the Dunboy Woods just outside of Castletownbere is a lovely walk to do with kids. The full loop is almost 5km, but we have enjoyed doing this as a ‘there and back’ along the same trail to keep close to the water and to enjoy the water views both ways. …
Gougane Barra Forest Park
Just beyond Gougane Barra St Finbarr’s Oratory, there is a little road that leads to the Gougane Barra Forest Park. Crossing a wooden bridge along the Sli na Laoi trail that follows the infant River Lee on its journey towards the Gougane Barra lake. The Gougane Barra Forest Park will suit all capabilities in that, …
Kilbrittain Trails – The Fin Whale and Castle Walk
This post has more photos than usual as it combines a few things we did in one go in the lovely little town of Kilbrittain. Kilbrittain is only about 5 miles out of Bandon and has some beautiful walks and amenities to its credit. There are 4 official walks around Kilbrittain known as the Kilbrittain …
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Glengarriff Woods – Lady Bantry’s Lookout
The Glengarriff Nature Reserve is home to over 300 hectares of oak woodland and is a wonderful place to visit at any time of year. Each season shows a different aspect of the woods and it is equally as beautiful to visit in the first flush of spring as it is during the colourful palette …
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Glengarriff Woods – Big Meadow Walk
The Glengarriff Nature Reserve is home to over 300 hectares of oak woodland and is a wonderful place to visit at any time of year. Each season shows a different aspect of the woods and it is equally as beautiful to visit in the first flush of spring as it is during the colourful palette …
Glengarriff Woods – Waterfall Walk
The Glengarriff Nature Reserve is home to over 300 hectares of oak woodland and is a wonderful place to visit at any time of year. Each season shows a different aspect of the woods and it is equally as beautiful to visit in the first flush of spring as it is during the colourful palette …
Glengarriff Woods – Riverside Walk
The Glengarriff Nature Reserve is home to over 300 hectares of oak woodland and is a wonderful place to visit at any time of year. Each season shows a different aspect of the woods and it is equally as beautiful to visit in the first flush of spring as it is during the colourful palette …
Dromillihy Wood, Connagh
The Dromillihy Woods, near Connagh on the N71 are a great walk with small children. It is a lovely place to toddle – removed from the main road and with just enough uphill and downhill to make it interesting. Dromillihy Wood - entrance to the trail Kids love exploring woodlands and if you are travelling …
Glengarriff Woods – Esknamucky Trail
The Glengarriff Nature Reserve is home to over 300 hectares of oak woodland and is a wonderful place to visit at any time of year. Each season shows a different aspect of the woods and it is equally as beautiful to visit in the first flush of spring as it is during the colourful palette …
West Cork with Kids 