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.
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