Gortin Glen Forest Park
Forest trails and viewpoints over the Sperrins.
- Distance
- 4.3 km
- Ascent
- 120 m
- Time
- 1–1.5 h
- Grade
- Easy
- Route
- Circular
- High point
- 238 m
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About this walk
Gortin Glen Forest Park is an easy 4.3 km circular walk with 120 m of ascent, taking 1 to 1.5 hours. It starts at Gortin Glen Forest Park (grid reference NV 620 447).
Gortin Glen Forest Park lies in the foothills of the Sperrins, north of Omagh, with waymarked trails climbing through the conifers to viewpoints over the glen and the mountains beyond. A small herd of Sika deer lives in the park.
The loop follows the longer trails to the viewpoints and back to the car park.
Route
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The viewpoints
Follow the trails up through the forest to the viewpoints and loop back.
Summit
Questions about this walk
- How long does Gortin Glen Forest Park take?
- Most walkers take 1–1.5 hours for the 4.3 km route, which has 120 m of ascent. That allows for short stops; give yourself longer in winter, in poor weather or with a group.
- Where does the walk start, and where can I park?
- It starts at Gortin Glen Forest Park (grid reference NV 620 447). Car park at the forest park (charge).
- Can I get there by public transport?
- Buses from Omagh to Gortin. Check times with Translink.
- How hard is it?
- It's graded easy. Forest tracks and paths with steady climbs.
- Can I take my dog?
- Yes, dogs are welcome on this walk. Keep them on a lead near livestock.
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