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Lough Salt Walk

2.30 miles (3.7 km)

Open Streetmap This walk visits the scenic Lough Salt in County Donegal near Milford.
You can start the walk at the car parking area just to the north of the lake on Lough Salt Drive. Follow the road south and it will take you along the western side of the lough with fine views over the water to Loughsalt Mountain on the other side.
It's a very peaceful area with sheep grazing on the pleasant green hills surrounding the lake. You can climb to the mountain on the eastern side for some tremendous views over the lake below.
To continue your walking in the area you could head north to pick up the Donegal Boardwalk and enjoy a fine coastal walk along the lovely Sheephaven Bay.

Lough Salt Open Street Map Open Streetmap - Mobile GPS Map with Location tracking

Further Information and Other Local Ideas

To the west you will find the wonderful Poison Glen in Dunlewey. The glen includes some beautiful scenery with a pretty stream, an old arched footbridge, spectacular mountain views and some splendid flora and fauna to see. The glen is also close to the stunning Glenveagh National Park where you could pick up the Glenveagh Bridle Path. The shared cycling and walking path will take you through the glen to the historic Glenveagh Castle where you can explore the beautiful gardens and learn about the castle's fascinating history.

Photos

Louth Salt (246m) au pied de Loughsalt Mountain

Louth Salt (246m) au pied de Loughsalt Mountain

Louth Salt (246m)

Louth Salt (246m)

Lough Salt Mountain looking north - panoramio

Lough Salt Mountain looking north

Lough Salt Mountain (469m)

Lough Salt Mountain (469m)

GPS Files

GPX File

Lough Salt.gpx (On Desktop:Right Click>Save As. On Ipad/Iphone:Click and hold>Download Linked File)