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An Creagan
An Creagan Biodiversity Trail and Forest Walk offer a safe and friendly walk to de-stress in a uniquely tranquil and picturesque environment at the foothills of the Sperrins.

Nearest Towns: Carrickmore/Creggan
Distance: 3.5miles (5.6km) Circular
Points of Interest: Range and variety of habitat, visitor centre
Grid Reference (Start/Finish):H624788

Starting from the An Creagan Visitor Centre, the Biodiversity Trail follows a series of colour interpretative panels providing information on the plants growing on the bogs of Creggan. One of the species identified is Sundew - a rare plant to local boglands. Following the waymarkers, the winding gravel paths and boardwalks allow walkers to experience both woodland and wetland habitats where a variety of wildlife can be observed, including badgers, foxes and red squirrels. The natural landscape is also a haven for many wild birds - some 33 species have been recorded - among them the Whinchat, which has been seen breeding in the young trees at the edge of the bog, an uncommon sight in Northern Ireland. The Forest Walk makes its way along the banks of the Glasagh Burn with beautiful views of Cashel Mountain and continues past an open raised bog before returning to An Creagan Visitor Centre. A children's Story Book Trail leads young walkers around the Centre's paths by a series of colourful panels depicting local folklore.

More about An Creagan at WalkNI and Discover NI.

WalkNI.pdf
(NITB Homepage)