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Ballycuggaran Loop Walk

Ballycuggaran Loop Walk

Ballycuggaran Loop Walk is overlooking Lough Derg, the Annacarriga valley and the hills that stretch from Caherhurley to Ogonnelloe.

This loop walk is part of the network of Shannon Region …
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The East Clare Way

The East Clare Way

The East Clare Way is a 172km circular route and crosses the Slieve Bernagh Mountains before descending to the Clare Lakeland areas around Tulla and Feakle. Circling Lough Graney, the …
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The Slieve Felim Way

The Slieve Felim Way

The Slieve Felim Way provides walkers with a series of stunning views from different mountains along the route. The total aggregate ascent over the route is less than 900m, and …
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Knockanroe Wood Loop

Knockanroe Wood Loop

This forest walk loop explores a beautiful part of Tipperary’s Silvermines Mountains.  Lead, zinc, copper, sulphide and barites have been mined in the area since Roman times – Silvermines is …
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O’Briensbridge Errinagh Bridge Loop

O’Briensbridge Errinagh Bridge Loop

The village of O’Briensbridge stands on the eastern verge of Co.Clare, on the right bank of the river Shannon – the longest river in Ireland. The bridge which gives its …
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Go Cycling !

Go Cycling !

The North Tipperary Cycle Network, with the town of Nenagh as its hub offers three routes varying in distance from 11km to 67km with numerous shorter alternatives. Each cycle offers …
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Drop into Irish Seed Savers to see organic seed gardens, orchards and woodlands

Drop into Irish Seed Savers to see organic seed gardens, orchards and woodlands

Visit the 8 hectare site with beautiful Organic Seed Gardens, Orchards and Woodlands at Irish Seed Savers close to Lough Derg. Wet weather gear and good walking shoes are advisable …
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Have fun at the playgrounds

Have fun at the playgrounds

If you want to get outdoors and entertain your children then there are plenty of playgrounds around Lough Derg. In fact some of the playgrounds have fabulous settings close to …
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Spot some White Tailed Eagles at the Mountshannon Bird Hide

Spot some White Tailed Eagles at the Mountshannon Bird Hide

The Mountshannon Bird Hide is a new tourist attraction in Lough Derg and is one of the best places to view the White Tailed Eagles without disturbing them.  The bird …
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Don’t miss the festivals and events taking place

Don’t miss the festivals and events taking place

Festivals take place throughout the year around Lough Derg. From the St. Patrick’s festival in Killaloe Ballina in March to the literary festival in Dromineer in October there’s something for …
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Dust off those hiking boots and head for a walk

Dust off those hiking boots and head for a walk

Walking is one of the best ways to fully appreciate the beauty of the Lakelands Lough Derg.  There are a number of different types of walks including Waymarked Ways, loop …
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Have fun at the lakeside parks and playgrounds

Have fun at the lakeside parks and playgrounds

With Lakeside parks & forest parks dotted all the way around Lough Derg you can choose to visit more than one in a day. Many of the lakeside parks have …
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Visit the Heritage Centres

Visit the Heritage Centres

There are five heritage centres around Lough Derg worth taking the time to visit. They present historical and cultural information about the people and area. The Brian Boru exhibition in …
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Pack a picnic and head to the beach!

Pack a picnic and head to the beach!

Mountshannon Beach is a small but wonderful lakeside bathing area located at Lough Derg in Mountshannon, County Clare. Lough Derg is one of the major freshwater lakes in Ireland and …
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Go Sightseeing!

Go Sightseeing!

Discover the scenic beauty of the Lakelands Lough Derg region by spending some time sightseeing. The Lough Derg Drive is a loop of the entire lake offering vantage points and …
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Go Horseriding

Go Horseriding

Plan a family day out Horseriding in Lough Derg for a memorable experience exploring the countryside in Clare, Tipperary & Galway. Riding centres are located in Whitegate, Clonlara, Nenagh & …
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Don’t miss the Festivals!

Don’t miss the Festivals!

Festivals take place throughout the year around Lough Derg. From the St. Patrick’s festival in Killaloe Ballina in March to the literary festival in Dromineer in October there’s something for …
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Swim at the Blue Flag Beach in Mountshannon

Swim at the Blue Flag Beach in Mountshannon

Mountshannon Beach is a small lakeside bathing area located at Lough Derg in Mountshannon, County Clare. Mountshannon Beach is located at Lough Derg, which is one of the major freshwater …
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Rent a sailing boat

Rent a sailing boat

Shannon Sailing can get you on the water in Lough Derg. They provide boat rental, charter and sailing tuition from their private harbour on the lakeshore, in Dromineer, County Tipperary.Shannon …
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Go Fishing with the kids

Go Fishing with the kids

Fishing For Kids are located in the beautiful picturesque area of Ballina/Killaloe County Clare. They offer day courses to young people, introduced them to fishing in a friendly and safe …
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