This strenuous but rewarding trail provides an excellent walk for those who enjoy exercise. The route rises to its highest point at 350 metres to give a superb view of the surrounding countryside. A brass plate pointing out prominent landscape features has been provided. The path then leads back to the car park through diverse conifer woodlands.
Distance:
2.25 milesStart Point:
H485822Finish Point:
H485822Point of interest:
See the range and variety of the flora and faunaNearest town:
Omagh / GortinOS map:
Sheet 13Terrain:
Forest tracksRoute:
The 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.Facilities:
Parking, picnic tables and toilets. There is a charge for entrance to the Forest Park.Accessible toilet facilities:
YesAccessible terrain:
Unsurfaced forest tracksPublication:
Gortin Forest Park leafletPublication availability:
For more information contact Forest Service on 028 8167 0668 or visit www.forestserviceni.gov.ukGetting to the start by public transport:
Drive to Gortin Forest Park, which is located on the Gortin Road approx 6 miles north of Omagh.