Hawkswood Trail, Swanlinbar

Terrain: Amountain hill walk
Distance: 5 km
Grade: Moderate/Difficult
Time: 1 Hour

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Starting in the town, take the Blacklion Road out of Swanlinbar and after 0.5km turn right up a small road.After 200m there is a small car park and picnic area on the right. Walk up a narrow lane which becomes a rough mountain path underfoot. There are stone walls on either side of the path. You are going up-hill towards Cuilcagh. The path veers off towards the left and into the forest. It is quite steep at this stage but very manageable. The climb continues for 1km and you emerge at the top out into a flat field. There are fabulous views over looking the Bog and Cuilcagh Mountain.

Turn right along the field passing an old ruin on your left and a tree in the middle. It is thought that this was a fairy fortress. Walk through the field, veering to your right and come down the hill. After 1.5km, there is a small path off to your left. Turn here and follow the path of your left. Turn here and follow the path into Swanlinbar.

Facilities:The Welcome Inn

Nearby Attractions: Wildflower Mountain Biking, Swanlinbar; Tullydermot Waterfalls & Viewpoint, marble Arch Caves, Florence Court House, Moneygashel Cashel.