- Sliabh Beagh Way (65.8 km, Challenging, ~2-3 days: This long-distance trail winds through the remote landscapes of Slieve Beagh, crossing moorlands, forests, and rolling hills in Tyrone and Monaghan. Offering panoramic views and a true wilderness experience, it’s ideal for experienced hikers seeking adventure. Shorter sections, like the 10 km around Eshbrack Bog, are suitable for day hikes. Waterproof boots are essential.
- Sawel Mountain Trail (6.2 miles, Challenging, ~3-4 hours: Starting from Sperrin Road, this trail ascends Sawel Mountain (678m), the shared county high point of Tyrone and Derry. The open terrain offers immediate views of the Sperrin range, with a fence-line guiding hikers to the summit. Suitable for fit hikers with navigation skills and sturdy footwear due to steep, exposed paths.
- Gortin Glen Forest Park: Gortin Lakes Trail (5.8 km, Easy, ~1.5-2 hours: Near Omagh, this family-friendly trail in Gortin Glen Forest Park winds through woodlands, past tranquil lakes, and near cascading waterfalls. The well-marked loop offers scenic views of the Sperrins, ideal for a relaxing afternoon walk for all ages.
- Mullaghcarn Loop (7 miles, Moderate, ~3 hours: Starting in Gortin Glen, this trail explores the Sperrin Mountains, featuring rolling hills, lush valleys, and rural vistas. The loop offers a taste of Tyrone’s Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, suitable for moderately fit hikers seeking scenic diversity. Sturdy shoes are recommended for uneven terrain.
- Drum Manor Forest Park (2.9 miles, Easy, ~1-1.5 hours: Near Cookstown, this trail meanders through Drum Manor’s woodlands, past ponds and the ruins of an old manor. With amenities like a car park, toilets, and playground, it’s a relaxing, family-friendly walk with picnic spots and dog-friendly paths.
- Peatlands Park Trail (6 km, Easy, ~1.5-2 hours: Located near Dungannon, this trail explores Peatlands Park’s woodlands and peat bogs, a venue for bog snorkelling events. The flat, sometimes muddy path is suitable for all abilities, with boardwalks and opportunities for birdwatching. Waterproof footwear is advised.
- Killymoon Riverside Walk (3 km, Easy, ~1 hour: This tranquil trail near Cookstown follows the Ballinderry and Killymoon rivers through woodlands once part of the Killymoon Castle estate. The flat, 6.5-hectare path is family-friendly, offering peaceful scenery and historical charm.
- Carntogher Heritage Trail (8 km, Moderate, ~2-3 hours: Near Maghera, this trail links archaeological and environmental sites in the Carntogher area, including famine-era paths and sacred sites. The loop offers views of the Sperrins and a spiritual journey through Tyrone’s history, suitable for moderately fit walkers.
- Davagh Forest Trails (3-10 km, Easy to Moderate, ~1-3 hours: Near Cookstown, Davagh Forest, an International Dark Sky Park, offers loops through rolling hills and forests. Trails like the Red Trail (7 km) provide scenic views and family-friendly options, with access to Beaghmore Stone Circles nearby.
- Ulster Way: Tyrone Section (Strabane to Omagh) (20 km, Moderate, ~5-6 hours) Part of the 1,000-mile Ulster Way, this section crosses Tyrone’s countryside, passing forests, the Foyle Valley, and Sperrin foothills. Shorter segments, like the 7 km Strabane Towpath, offer easy riverside walking. Suitable for day hikers with waterproof gear.
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