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Activities in Donegal

Donegal provides a brilliant backdrop for the plethora of activities which the county offers. Golfers need not go far to find a green, anglers can cast upon the many lakes & rivers, or one could simply trek along the vast landscape on horseback. Donegal is yours - go explore.

Lenamore Stables

Lenamore Stables would like to invite you to join our wonderful riding school situated uniquely on the borders of both Derry~Londonderry and Donegal. The stables have been in the Graham family for over 100 years. Lenamore Stables is proud to be a member of the British Horse Society and the Association of Irish Riding Establishment. We have more than 30 well-trained horses and ponies suitable for …

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Dungloe River Walk - Slí Dhún na nGall

Dungloe River Walk - Slí Dhún na nGall - This walk is a pleasant stroll in the environs of Dungloe Town taking in the Dungloe River and Glenties Road. On pavement and path you are likely to see amazing birdlife. Looped Trail Length: 2km Time 40min Nearest Town: Dungloe Linked to National Waymarked Way

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Rathmullan House Gardens

Just relax and chill out, wandering in the seven acres of the beautiful Rathmullan House wooded gardens, with their lovely lawns and rose gardens, which sweep down to a 2 mile sandy beach. Discover the hotels walled garden and the sunken Tranquillity Garden where, to quote Yeats, \peace comes dropping slow\. Member of Donegal Garden Trail.

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Find Your Trail

The Irish Sports Council launched a digital Video #FindYourTrail to encourage people of all ages and ability to enjoy the great Irish outdoors. Recreational trails help people to enjoy the outdoors and facilitate, promote and manage a range of outdoor activities including countryside walking and hiking, on and off-road cycling, trail running, canoeing, horse-riding and even motorised sports, all …

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Fanad Light House

Kayaking around Fanad Light House on The Wild Atlantic Way Donegal. Kayak to The Great Pollad Arch Fanad and enjoy lunch at the Magnificent 7 Arches. Enjoy the final paddle to the Portsalon Caves on the rising tide. The most unique Kayaking Donegal has to offer, truly a costal play ground, with breath taking scenery, caves, arches, sea stacks and sea cliffs. There is always the possibility of …

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Castleview Equestrian Ardara

Castleview Equestrian is a family run farm located in Loughros Point approximately 2 miles from the heritage town of Ardara. We offer you a unique opportunity to discover some of the most breathtaking scenery in South West Donegal on horseback

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Donegal Craft Village

Established in 1985 the Village is a showcase for contemporary arts and crafts in Ireland. The Donegal Craft Village are a small community of skilled independent handcrafters and we invite you into our workshops to view our glass, hand-woven textiles, painting, jewellery, printmaking and handmade felt art. Situated 2km outside Donegal Town on the Wild Atlantic Way, the Craft Village is also home t…

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Lower Cranny Gardens

Herbaceous perennials, shrubs and mature trees together with a mixed-hedge \fairy ring\ and a conservatory of plot plants all combine to make a restful garden. A place where woodland, wetland, stream and meadow surround a lake to provide a most rewarding natural setting and habitat for wild flowers, birds, animals and insects.

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Drumboe - Multi Access

Drumboe Multi Access - This trail follows forest tracks looping through the southern part of the forest to the western end, with the return along the river bank. It passes through some of the quieter parts of the forest with many species of trees and shrubs and there are bluebells and wild garlic in spring. There are good views of the river. In winter parts of this trail along the river may be flo…

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Century Golf

Century Golf: 27 Holes of Ultimate Indoor Adventure Get ready for an epic indoor challenge! Century Golf is home to 27 holes of pure putting excitement, featuring two completely unique, world-class courses: ⛳ 18 Holes of Classic Crazy Golf: Navigate wacky obstacles and traditional hazards in a fun-filled, family-friendly challenge that brings the classic mini-golf experience to life. ⚡ 9 Ho…

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Colmcille Heritage Centre

The story of Colmcille is told with artistically designed banners, stained glass, illustrated panels, artefacts, a wax model with authentic clothing and a step-by-step illustration of ancient manuscript fabrication. A tour of the centre also includes an audiovisual on the life of Saint Colmcille. A special tapestry display protraying the Derryveagh Evictions is also on show within the centre. …

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Cuddle a Cow Experience at Campview Farm Ballyshannon.

Cuddle a Cow ​Campview Farm is an accredited Social Farm, providing Animal Assisted Therapy and Green Care to benefit holistic health needs. Visit Campview Farm and take an opportunity to cuddle our adorable dairy cow 'Candy'. This tactile activity helps relieve stress and enhances general wellbeing. Hugging a dairy cow is a meaningful and purposeful activity. The slower heart rate and warm bo…

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Jailbreak @ Lifford Old Courthouse

Jailbreak is the North-west’s first live escape room! Set in a real beneath the Old Courthouse, you and your group have been sentenced to death for a crime you didn’t commit and locked in a cell. With only 60 minutes to escape, your group will have to work together to find clues in the room and solve a series of puzzles to save yourselves! Do you have what it takes to make it out alive? Juni…

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Dunlewey Kayaking

We run guided kayak trips, fun family sessions and coaching on Dunlewey Lake surrounded by the stunning backdrop of Errigal and The Poison Glen. With local history, myths and legends an experience not to be missed.take a trip through time from the Ice Age to the present day. All sessions will be run specific to clients preference. Sit on top kayaks are used so no experience required.

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Amelia's Irish Design & Gifts

Inspired by my Granny, Amelia, this shop has developed from a small space in my antique shop to a destination store renowned for quality.

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Donegal Garden Trail: Oakfield Park

Oakfield Park is located near the Heritage town of Raphoe, Co Donegal and is a privately owned estate and home to Ireland's longest miniature gauge railway. Nestled in a lush landscape consisting of award winning walled gardens to ponds, lakes, a lakeside Nymphaeum, a hedge maze, heritage trees and sculptures. Our crowning glory is a 4.5km miniature gauge railway with a diesel and steam train ope…

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Inishowen Quad Safari

Inishowen Quad Safari & Lazer Wars is a family runned business, on the outskirts of Buncrana. We are located overlooking the beautiful Lough Swilly at one side and Windmills on the other. We have x6 90cc Honda quads-for 10-16yrs, and x11 250cc Honda quads for 16yrs +. We have four different tracks for the quad bikes, depending on the level of experience. This is good for most weather conditions (e…

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Tory Ferry

Enjoy a scenic 45 minute voyage across the Atlantic with the Tory Ferry, connecting the Donegal mainland to the stunning Tory Island. Our Ferry departs from Magheroarty Pier, offering indoor & outdoor seating, friendly crew and breathtaking views of the Wild Atlantic Way. Whether you're heading for a day trip or an extended stay, the Tory Ferry is the perfect way to begin your island adventure. S…

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Donegal Playground Passport

Donegal Playground Passport - a free convenient, pocket-sized guide to playgrounds across Donegal. The Donegal Playground Passport contains a map of Donegal with forty playgrounds numbered and listed in each Municipal District. Each playground is accompanied by a QR code and GPS coordinates that will take you straight to the swings and slides! The guide also includes details of some of the free…

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Kevin Callaghan Pottery

Come visit our beautiful pottery shop and studio at the Craft Village in Donegal Town. Kevin makes unique one-off handmade pottery, from beakers, large platters, coffee and whiskey vessels to name a few. He has studied art and design with a Masters from The Royal college of Art in London. And a Master Craftsperson from the Craft Council of Ireland.

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