Forest Parks

Picture yourself catching secret glimpses of sika deer among the trees or imagine having the virtually untouched landscape of Sperrin Mountains and sweeping forests all to yourself.

An International Dark Sky Park

The true definition of a hidden gem, Davagh Forest is an International Dark SKy Park and lies in an untouched rural landscape of rolling hills and sweeping forests. Davagh Forest's short riverside walk meanders through lush green, almost fluorescent, woodland before crossing over Davagh Water and gradually ascending to meet the main forest road. If you're lucky you might spot a glimpse of the beautiful Sika deer! Here you’ll also find the brand new OM Dark Sky Park and Observatory, giving visitors a unique opportunity to experience the night sky as it is rarely viewed - and as it would have been seen centuries ago by our ancestors.

A forest playground in Drum Manor

Drum Manor Forest Park is where the kids can bring bikes or jump around the old manor ruins. They can feed ducks, explore the butterfly and Japanese garden or burn off energy on the slides, swings, climbing frames and tunnels in the play area.

Way-marked trails throughout the forest are a favourite with locals and visitors. Three energetic trails around Drum Manor Forest Park incorporate walks through the open parkland, dense forest paths and down around the pond, offering both glimpses of the manor house and open countryside through the trees.

Moydamlaght Forest

Moydamlaght is a 300 hectare coniferous woodland on the slopes of Mullaghmore Mountain. It is one of the most unexplored forests, found in the Sperrin Mountains, the spectacular mountain range in Co. Derry and Co. Tyrone. There are three waymarked trails through Moydamlaght Forest – the Short, Medium and Eagle’s Rock Trails (1.0, 1.3 and 4.0 miles). The Ulster Way and Hudy’s Way also wind their way through parts of the forest.

Parknaur Forest

Colourful in spring with daffodils and rhododendrons and home to a herd of white fallow deer. Nature trail runs through oak and beech trees, passing a Victorian garden, wishing well and old archway.

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