Trail · County Donegal
Ard na Mona Wood
1.9 km25 minModerateLoop60 m climbDogs on a lead
This trail on forest road and path through broadleaf woodland crosses a number of little streams before arriving at the lakeshore, with outstanding views over Lough Eske and the Bluestack Mountains behind. The loop and has a few short but steep sections.
Outdoors in County Donegal this week
Best day outdoors: Sun, 11 Oct — dry by day, breezy, up to 13°C
Status Yellow - Rain warning for Donegal
From Thu, 8 Oct, 09:00 until Fri, 9 Oct, 04:00
Heavy spells of rain.
Be aware of potential impacts:
- Difficult travelling conditions
- Localised flooding possible
Issued by Met Éireann · met.ie/warnings
- Fri, 9 Oct12° / 10°Medium rain showers
- Sat, 10 Oct12° / 9°Medium rain showers
- Sun, 11 Oct13° / 11°Sun with grey cloud
Make a day of it
The nearest trails, beaches, woods and heritage within 25 km.
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Nature spot · 13 km awaySalthill GardenGardenMountcharlesSet just a short distance from the sea near Mountcharles, County Donegal, Salthill Garden is a contemporary space that has been individually styled by Elizabeth Temple. There is always a good selection of perennials, vegetables and shrubs.