Short walk through the steep wooded Banagher Glen, one of the oldest ancient oak woodlands in Ireland to Altnaheglish Reservoir and Banagher Dam. Surfaced road from car park to dam with some very steep sections. Please note car park is open daily in July & August from 9 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Distance:
2 milesStart Point:
C672048Finish Point:
C672048Point of interest:
Ancient woodland, flora & faunaNearest town:
Dungiven or FeenyOS map:
Sheet 7 or Sperrins Activity MapTerrain:
Surfaced roadRoute:
From car park pass through kissing gate and continue past old filter house. At fork in the road take a left and continue climbing along the surfaced road, crossing a number of bridges on the ascent until the dam comes into view. Retrace your steps to the start.Facilities:
Seasonal toilets at car park. Refreshments & toilets in Dungiven.Accessible terrain:
Tarmac road uphill to ReservoirPublication:
1. Walk the Sperrins- Landscapes from Stone.
2. Your guide to walking the Casueway Coast & Glens
3. The Sperrins Walking GuidePublication availability:
Limavady TIC 028 776 0307
Causeway Coast & Glens 028 7032 7720
Sperrins Tourism 028 8674 7700Getting to the start by public transport:
C672 048