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Some of these walks are in truly natural surroundings, natural truly in are walks these of Some
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Maps in this guide are for illustrative purposes only. For only. purposes illustrative for are guide this in Maps • Castle Caldwell Forest: Rossergole Point Walk Point Rossergole Forest: Caldwell Castle •
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7. Minimise the E ects of Fire of E ects the Minimise 7.
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5. Leave What You Find You What Leave 5.
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and strong walking boots walking strong and • Killyfole Lough Killyfole •
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Longer walks only suitable for for suitable only walks Longer Di cult
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Walking Trails Gortin Glen Forest Park A range of trails start from the trailhead. They provide the – A Walker’s Code chance to enjoy the Park’s natural habitats at their best. All the trails are colour coded and return to the trailhead. Preparation The weather can change at any minute so take extra warm Park Trail waterproof clothing, wear sturdy footwear and bring a snack. Moderate | 1.0 km/0.6 miles | 30 minutes Leave No Trace A pleasant trail along the lower reaches of the Pollan Please use refuse bins or, better still, take litter home and Burn. This trail takes walkers past the wildlife area and only leave footprints. deer enclosure. Keep to the appropriate Trail Please keep to the way-marked walking trails and watch Nature Trail out for mountain bikers on their dedicated trails. Strenuous | 2.0 km/1.25 miles | 1 hour Minimise Fire Risk This educational trail provides interest for the whole family Help prevent forest fires by not throwing cigarette butts or by taking in a range and variety of habitats. Information points along the way give a broad insight into the nature of glass bottles away as these can cause ignition Gortin Glen and the surrounding countryside. Parking There is ample parking in the main car park so please Pollan Trail don’t park in spaces reserved for Blue Badge holders. Moderate | 2.0 km/1.25 miles | 1 hour Dogs This pleasant and rewarding trail follows the course of the Dogs are welcome to the Park, preferably on a lead. However, Pollan Burn as it tumbles down the mountainside. Stop for leads must be used on the upper section of Mullaghcarn a few minutes at the waterfall and enjoy the beauty that Trail due to livestock grazing on both sides of the trail. centuries of water have carved out of the solid rock. Continue on through forests of Lodgepole pine and Sitka spruce before returning to the trailhead through Japanese larch planted in 1940. Opening Hours Gortin Glen Forest Park is open from early morning to Ladies View Trail late evening but may have to close at short notice due to forestry operations or local weather conditions Strenuous | 3.7 km/2.3 miles | 2 hours Ladies View Trail was so named after the two nearby Contact Information Mountains of Bessy Bell and Lady Gray. This 3.7km There is a Ranger presence on site most days working energetic walk is for those who enjoy a challenge. The throughout the forest. If there is an emergency, please route rises to its highest point at 350 metres. Take a rest call 999. Consider downloading the App what3words to and enjoy the panoramic views of the countryside. A steady descent leads back to the trailhead along the help emergency services find you if you get lost. scenic drive, then through diverse conifer woodland. . Tel: 0300 303 1777 (normal Council o ce hours only) Mullaghcarn Trail Email: [email protected] Strenuous | 7.0 km/4.2 miles | 3.5 hours A Walking Guide to This more challenging trail to the summit of Mullaghcarn follows the Pollan Trail before breaking o towards the summit of Mullaghcarn. The summit o ers spectacular Gortin Glen Forest Park views over the Sperrins and into County Donegal before returning back to the trailhead. KEY Park Trail
Nature Trail
Pollan Trail
Ladies View Trail
Mullaghcarn Trail
Scenic Drive
Wildlife Area
Deer Enclosure
Toilets
P Parking
Blue-badge Parking
Viewpoint Campsite
Walking Trail Head
Waterfall