Kilkishen Bog Walk
Time and distance given are for walking from the trailhead to the end of the bog road and back to the trailhead
Grade
Easy
Length
0.8 km
Time
20 minutes
Format
Linear
Ascent
Minimal m
Dogs Allowed
Yes
Waymarking
Red arrows
Start Point
New Line Road, Kilkishen
Finish Point
New Line Road, Kilkishen
Nearest Town to Start
Kilkishen
Grid Ref.
R 49308 72112
Lat. and Long.
52.79818, -8.75196
This attractive biodiversity walk follows a firm and dry graveled path along a bog right-of-way through cut-away raised bog. It brings the walker past low-lying meadows, wetland swamps and broadleaf birch woodlands on an acient 'tochar' route, originally built by turf cutters to enable them remove the turf, and offers faciilities such as seats and environental information provided in a charming manner.
Maps and other information
Trail Management
Tel: 087 4168262
Facilities
At Trailhead: Car parking
In Kilkishen: Car parking. Shop. Pubs, petrol station
OSI Maps
Discovery Series Sheet 58
Public Transportation
None