Iniscarn forest - Magherafelt
Quick refreshing Walk into Iniscarn Forest to Slieve Gallion and back.
Description
Start : Iniscarn Forest entrance on the Iniscarn Road. (BT45 5NG)
(S/E) Entering the forest you will see a forest road heading straight (South-West), follow this road as it ascends through the forest. Continue along this forest road as it sweeps through the forest. You will pass on old house on your right.
(1) At this junction, take the path to the left (South-West) and continue along this path as it continues to take you up towards the summit (around 2.7 Km). Take time to enjoy the view.
(2) Continue along this path, it will narrow as you pass under the pylons, & follow it towards the top of the forest and Slieve Gallion.
(3) When you are done, retrace your step to return back to the starting point. (S/E)
Waypoints
- S/E : km 0 - alt. 121 m - Iniscarn Road
- 1 : km 0.63 - alt. 170 m - Junction (left)
- 2 : km 3.29 - alt. 484 m - Path to the summit of Slieve Gallion
- 3 : km 3.6 - alt. 487 m - Slieve Gallion
- S/E : km 7.2 - alt. 121 m - Iniscarn Road
Useful Information
Start : Iniscarn Forest entrance on the Iniscarn Road. (BT45 5NG)
Driving to start : Iniscarn Forest is off the A29 Tobermore to Moneymore road. From here take the Iniscarn Road and continue along this road for just over 2 miles. The forest is on your left.
Parking : Parking is permitted at the entrance to the forest. Cars must not block the forest gates
Terrain : Forest road, track, country road
Public Transport : Translink .
Dog Policy : Must be kept on a lead. Please note that the land around the summit of Slieve Gallion is privately owned. Sheep graze these uplands and all dogs MUST be kept under control.
Find more information and walk ideas at Walk NI here.
Always stay careful and alert while following a route. Visorando and the author of this walk cannot be held responsible in the event of an accident during this route.
During the walk or to do/see around
Iniscarn contains many species of birds and animals. Buzzards can be seen in springtime displaying over the mature hardwood areas. Occasionally hen harriers can be spotted hunting on the open moorland next to the forest.