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| Hillwalking & Adventure walks in Co. Leitrim |
With
its scenic beauty, Co. Leitrim is a delight for all walkers and for all
outdoor enthusiasts. The following are examples of our beautiful scenic
walks.
Slí Liatroma (48km)- Drumshambo to Manorhamilton to Dowra, linking with the Cavan Way
The Miner's Way (143 km) - three sections consisting of Lough Allen Circular Walk (48km)
The Arigna Miner's Way Circular Walk (41km) and The Historical Trail (54km)
North Leitrim Glens - 7 Glens, 30 walks
Waterway Corridor Walking trails (various lengths 2-12kms)
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Walking The Miners Way And Historical Trail
The
route traverses the hills and valleys of Leitrim, Roscommon and Sligo.
It leaves the Leitrim Way at Dowra and passes north of Lough Allen. It
then meanders through the coalmining territory of the Arigna Mountains,
tracing the ancient routes followed by the coalminers on their way to
work. Then it goes westward through the Lough Key Forest Park to Boyle
as the Historical Trail. It then crosses the Curlew Mountains and the
Brickliene Mountains, skirting the many megalithic burial mounds of
this area. From Castlebaldwim it heads eastwards to rejoin the miners
Way near Ballyfarnon. Useful reading material while walking in Ireland
is 'Way Marked Trails of Ireland' by Michael Fewer.
Route Detail: Dowra, Drumkerrin, Geevagh, Arigna, Keadue, Ballyfarnon, Drumshambo, Castlebaldwin
Total Distance:128 km / 80 miles
Longest Stage: Castlebaldwin to Ballyfarnon - 24 km / 15 miles
Highest Point: Corry Mountain - 421 m / 1380 ft
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Walking The Leitrim Way
This
walk passes through a variety of landscape features common to this
beautiful but little known part of Ireland. Starting at the east shore
of Lough Allen, the walker travels through intensely beautiful scenery
until reaching the upland wilderness of Barlear. The route is made up
of tracks old and new in its entirety, resulting in a fast pace. It is
generally more attractive to walk from Drumshambo to Manorhamilton.
Route Detail: Drumshanbo, Dowra, Manorhamilton
Total Distance :48km / 30 miles
Longest Stage: Dowra to Manorhamilton - 32km / 20 miles
Highest Point :Doo Lough - 375m, 1140 ft.
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North Leitrim Glens Hillwalking Festival
The
North Leitrim Glens Hillwalking Festival is a bi-annual event which
takes place at Easter and during the Bank Holiday weekend in October.
An exciting programme of events is on offer during both of these
periods, which caters for all levels of walking, from the beginner to
the experienced enthusiast. These events take in a varied selection of
invigorating walks through the celebrated North Leitrim Glens during
the day, with a lively programme of cultural activities in the
evenings.
The Easter Hillwalking Festival took place this year
from March 30th to 1st April 2002 inclusive and the October Festival
will take place from 26th–28th October 2002 inclusive. A diverse and
stimulating programme of activities took place during the Easter
Festival which are listed below and a similar programme will be
available in October.
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Shannon-Erne Waterway Walks
A
series of walks along the Shannon-Erne waterway are currently being
developed and visitors will be able to enjoy these tranquil walks from
Spring 2000 onwards.
Town Trails
There are town
trails in Ballinamore, Carrick-on-Shannon, Dromahair, Drumshanbo and
Manorhamilton. Take a tour through these towns to discover historical
buildings and to gain an insight into the towns. The trails are
sign-posted and bring you into contact with remnants of an historic past
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