Quality Walk

Gortin Forest Nature Trail

This educational trail provides interest for the whole family by taking in a range and variety of habitats. Information points along the way give a broad insight into the nature of Gortin Glen and the surrounding countryside.

County

Tyrone

Distance

1.25 miles

OS Map

Sheet 13

Nearest Town

Omagh / Gortin

Route Shape

Circular

Route Type

Forest, Hill

Terrain

Forest tracks

Grid Reference (Start)

H485822

Grid Reference (End)

H485822

Point of Interest

See the range and variety of the flora and fauna

Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty

Sperrins

Route Description

This walk is sign posted from the car park.

These walks are situated in a working forest environment and may be subject to diversion and closure from time to time.

Up to date information is available on the Forest Service web site - link below.

Getting to the Start (by Public Transport)

Translink - journeyplanner.translink.co.uk

Getting to the Start (by Car)

Drive to Gortin Forest Park, which is located on the Gortin Road approx 6 miles north of Omagh.

Accessibility Grade

Grade 4

Accessible Facilities

The following facilities are available for users with limited mobility:

Disabled toilets

Facilities

Parking, picnic tables and toilets. There is a charge to enter the Forest Park.

Publication

Gortin Forest Park leaflet

Publication Availability

For more information contact Forest Service on 028 8167 0666 or visit www.forestserviceni.gov.uk

Walk Location
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