Lough Mourne

This walk visits Lough Mourne near the town of Ballybofey in east County Donegal.
The lake is located a few miles south west of Ballybofey. You can access a walking track at the eastern end of the lake, just off the N15 Road.... From here you can enjoy a peaceful stroll with fine views over the water to the Barnesmore Gap and the Bluestack Mountains. The trail will lead you down to the Mourne Beg River which flows out of the southern end of the lough.
You can continue your walking in the area by heading north to pick up the Letterkenny Corrvaddy Forest Loop Walk.
Along the quiet trail there are some wonderful views of the surrounding Bluestack Mountains to enjoy.

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Nearby Routes

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Lough Mourne in winter. Lough Mourne is situated on the boggy uplands south west of Ballybofey. In the distance is the Barnesmore Gap that runs between Barnesmore and Croahconnellagh, part of the Blue Stack mountain ridge.

The southwestern shore of Lough Mourne forms part of the Croaghonagh Bog Special Area of Conservation. The site provides supports for a range of wildlife species including important bird species

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