Dungannon Park - The Park Trail
The Park Trail is set amongst the beautiful backdrop of Dungannon Park – a 70 acre oasis. The walk’s interesting paths surround the grounds mature woodland, brightly coloured flowerbeds and the magnificent 13 acre freshwater lake. High ground offers the walker splendid viewpoints of the surrounding townland and countryside with views of Lough Neagh on a clear day.
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Dungannon walk
posted on 08/02/23 by Walk NI. Last update : 21/02/23
Description
Start : Dungannon Park (BT71 6DY)
(S/E) The walk starts from the car park at Dungannon Park from there follow the path leading (North-West) down to the lake passing the fishing lodge as you go, (wooden hut). Turn right towards the Park Lake.
(1) Then, go left (North) and continue along this path the entire way around the lake passing over a bridge; continue to follow the path along the lakeside. Descend the gradient at the bottom of the lake and pass by the dam over a newly built wooden bridge.
(2) Where there is a fork in the road, follow the path to the left (South) taking a right approximately 200 yards along the path.
Meander up a gradient hill and admire the view once you have reached the top. This hill is known as Nunnery Hill. Continue along the fence through the gravel area and descend the hill on the other side.
At the bottom of the hill go straight ahead following a tarmac path (North) alongside open grassland area and the Park’s football pitches. This will bring you back to the car park. (S/E)
Waypoints
- S/E : km 0 - alt. 65 m - Parking
- 1 : km 0.23 - alt. 62 m - Lakeside
- 2 : km 1.18 - alt. 63 m - Fork
- S/E : km 1.98 - alt. 65 m - Parking
Useful Information
Start : Dungannon Park (BT71 6DY)
Parking : Situated Off the Moy Road (A29) Dungannon Park is centrally located in the Heartland of Ulster and is easily accessible in all directions. Just 1 mile from the Motorway, the M1 links the Park with Belfast. The A4 connects the West of Ireland and the A29 links the park with Armagh and Cookstown.
Drive to start : From Belfast: Leave Motorway at Junction 15 to join A29 towards Dungannon. Turn left at traffic lights signed Dungannon Park.
Terrain : Level surfaced paths, some grave
Public Transport : Translink
Facilities : Confectionery and hot/cold drinks are available from the vending machines in the amenity building 50 yards from the start and end of the walk. Toilet facilities including a disabled toilet can also be accessed in the amenity building .
Dog Policy : Dogs must be kept on leads
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During the walk or to do/see around
Nunnery Hill (views), Old Strone Dam & Waterfall