On the first Saturday in July, trek 34km from Dromahair, Co. Leitrim to Coolaney, Co. Sligo and discover the Sligo Camino.
The Camino follows the Sligo Way through some of the finest scenery in the West of Ireland. The route is a challenging mixture of tracks, trails, forest paths, finishing with 8km of country lanes around the Annaghmore Estate.
Walkers register for the Sligo Camino through www.sligocamino.ie. Simply enter walker details, emergency contact details etc and pay the registration fee to be emailed your ticket for the walk.
Please note that the Sligo Camino at 34km is a demanding and physically challenging trek. Anyone carrying an injury, taking medication or unsure of their fitness, should consult with a doctor before registering.
Route highlights include:
– Historic 16th century Creevelea Abbey on the banks of the River Bonet.
– Skirting between Lough Gill and Slish Woods along boardwalks.
– Yeats’ Lake Isle of Inishfree. Read
– Slieve Dhá Éan and the secluded mountain lake of Lough Lumman.
– Ballygawley Lough and Union Wood.
– The Teeling memorial to the Battle of Carrignagat in 1798.
– Tranquil laneways through the Annagh Beg estate.
– The best cup of tea you’ve ever had at the finish!
More info…
- Admission fees: Paid
- Open: Saturday July 5th
- Toilets: Please contact event organiser
- Groups: Groups are welcome subject to availability
- Accessibility: Please contact event organiser
Coolaney
Coolaney sits at the foot of the Ox Mountains with the river Owen Beg running through it around which is a walk. It is the site of the National Mountain Bike Centre which boasts amazing trails suitable for all abilities.
The name of Coolaney in Irish is Cúil Áine, meaning ‘Áine’s Corner. The remains of an old mill are located along the riverside walk, and the remains of the sluices under the mill can still be clearly seen, as well as the outfalls into the nearby river.
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