Trail · County Laois
Oughaval Woods - Beech Way Walk
2 km30 minModerateLoopDogs on a lead
The walk follows forest road, forest track and path in the northern part of this mainly broadleaf woods, bringing you past the Mass Rock. There is a good selection of flora and fauna with a viewing point along the way giving splendid vistas over the surrounding countryside.
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Outdoors in County Laois this week
Best day outdoors: Sat, 31 Oct — dry by day, light winds, up to 13°C
- Thu, 29 Oct13° / 10°Sun with grey cloud
- Fri, 30 Oct14° / 8°Sun with grey cloud
- Sat, 31 Oct13° / 6°Sun with grey cloud
- Sun, 1 Nov11° / 3°Scattered clouds
Forecast: Met Éireann · outdoor rating by Winsome Planet
Make a day of it
The nearest trails, beaches, woods and heritage within 25 km.
Trails & walks
Forests & woodlands
Parks, gardens & islands
Nature spot · 21 km awayFruitlawn GardenGardenBoleyFruitlawn Garden in Abbeyleix, County Laois, is a designer's garden of approximately 1 acre. See richly planted perennial borders containing many unusual plants along with a hornbeam tunnel, orchard, and fruit and vegetable garden. See oak copse, yew hedges, beautiful climbing roses, lovely trees and shrubs.
Nature spot · Co. Kildare · 22 km awayOak Park Forest ParkParkSituated on the outskirts of Carlow Town, Oak Park Forest Park is an oasis of tranquillity and a popular destination for walking and educational visits. The park features colour-coded circular walkways of varying lengths.