Activities in Donegal

The beautiful beach is one of the the best places in Ireland and even Europe to learn to surf, With the perfect combination of medium sized rolling waves & spectacular surroundings it is also one of the most stunning places to surf. At ‘Rossnowlagh Surf School’ we take pride in our fun and professional approach.Our surf instructors are accredited with the Irish Surfing Association Surfing qualific…

Drumharrif wood offers the family a gentle looped walk near the village of Pettigo on the border with Northern Ireland. The forest road section of trail follows the old Great Northern Railway line. The old station house was located close to the village of Pettigo. The trains travelled to Dublin, Enniskillen, Ballyshannon and Bundoran. The station closed in 1957. Walk: This looped trail takes y…

Slí Cholmcille is a section of the 280km Slí Dhún na nGall that circles around the remote landscapes of south west Donegal. The name of the route is derived from that of St Colmcille, one of Ireland’s early Christian saints, who was born in County Donegal and lived for a while in this region. He is recalled in the name of Glencolmcille, Donegal’s westerlymost village, a place steeped in pre-Christ…

Situated on the shore of the Swilly, The North West Golf Club has been described as the St Andrew's of Ireland. Established as an 18 hole links course in 1891 it is one of the 9 founding members of the Golfing Union of Ireland. The North West is a challenging course that offers breathtaking views, fantastic hospitality and will require everything you have in the bag. This hidden gem in the …

Built in the early 19th century for the Church of Ireland Rector, St. Columb’s overlooks the shores of Lough Gartan. The house and grounds were transformed into a haven of artistic beauty by the late Derek Hill who planted many rare and unusual trees and shrubs. Hill was assisted by James Russell of Sunningdale Nurseries “ Russell and myself aimed to accentuate simply the natural formation of …

John Molloy Woollen Mills Ltd is a family run business located in Ardara, Co. Donegal, on Irelands North West Atlantic coast, a region noted for its tradition in knitting, weaving, sheep farming, and fishing. Our range embraces both traditional Irish Aran fishermans sweaters and contemporary fashion knitwear.

Step back in time into an ancient woodland inhabited by extinct creatures to experience some of Ireland’s ancient lost wildlife. Walk among the ancient trees and encounter Bears, Wolves, Lynx and Wild Boar on your journey through the past. ‘Wild Ireland’ is located on the Wild Atlantic Way and is the newest and most exciting visitor attraction in the North West of Ireland. Just a few centuri…

This section of the Burtonport Railway Walk is a 6 km route through spectacularly remote areas of County Donegal with magnificent views as it follows the route of the railway line to Burtonport. This section runs along Muckish Mountain from Creeslough to Falcarragh. Along the way the trail passes by lough Agher, cuts through rocky outcrops showing some of the engineering fetes involved in the cons…

HIKING AND KAYAKING NEAR GWEEDORE Trek and Paddle Donegal is based in Gaoth Dobhair (Gweeedore) in North West Donegal. We offer sports and recreation for all the family to enjoy - hiking trail walks, canoe and kayak hire. Enjoy outdoor activities along the Wild Atlantic Way with us! Call us or email us for details Tel: 087 090 3163 Email: trekandpaddledonegal@gmail.com

Full Moon Kayak Kayaking on Mulroy Bay at Night under the Flower, Sturgen or Harvest Full Moon. Mulroy Bay with the Stars above, Tranquil Calm Waters, Clear Skies is a Spectacle to behold. With little to no light pollution and the fading noise of a lone car in the distance this is truely special place of solas, even in the dark of night. A Moon Light guided tour will give you a different…

A visit to Ards Forest Park will reward everyone at any time of the year. The park covers approximately 480 hectares (1200 acres) and includes a variety of habitats, among them sand dunes, beaches, salt marshes, salt water lakes, rock face and, of course, coniferous and deciduous woodlands. With such a variety of landscapes, it is possible to spend many hours exploring this wonderful park. The…

Spend the weekend walking the beautiful hills of Donegal with in-residence host and well known award winning Mt Everest and K2 mountaineer Jason Black. The weekends are filled with fun, great food, indulging treats and designed for beginners to the outdoors to advanced enthusiasts looking for new walking trails and adventure. Bookings per weekend are reserved for small private groups of 6 perso…

For those seeking a challenging but rewarding hike through remote country, this walk offers it all ( A strenuous, physically demanding with rough ground, steep slopes and only suitable for experienced and very fit walkers). Starting at the wonderfully atmospheric Lenan Strand, the route follows a mix of bog road, ancient cart tracks and open country. Looped trail Lenght 6.5km Time: 2-3hr Near…

Donegal Kitesurf School is rapidly growing company which is passionate about teaching the skill of kitesurfing in Ireland. Whether you are a beginner or a pro we have the course for you. Experience one of the fastest growing sports in Ireland at Rossnowlagh Beach, Co. Donegal.

Earning Civic Dollars is a Walk in the Park! Participants download the Civic Dollars app and earn online credits by spending time in one of the following five local outdoor resources that have been identified countywide 📍 Bundoran Promenade and Cliff Walk 📍 Dungloe River Walk 📍 Swan Park, Buncrana 📍 Bernard McGlinchey Town Park, Letterkenny 📍 Drumboe Woods, Stranorlar You can the…

Hiking Donegal is your gateway to discovering what Donegal has to offer with regards to hiking and climbing. The website highlights the great coastal hikes, inland trails and peaks within the county. From gentle hikes, to more challenging routes that take in all Donegal has to offer. No matter what level of fitness or experience, everyone should be encouraged to experience the great outdoors a…

Spraoi agus Spórt is a social enterprise based in Carndonagh, Inishowen providing excellent social, recreational and educational activities for the community which are focused on family development and which bring social, recreational and economic benefits to the area. Spraoi agus Spórt provide a wide range of after-school, weekend and holiday time activities for children, including children with…

Ballyliffin Golf Club, consists of two outstanding, contrasting links courses and 45 wonderful holes make up one of the finest golf resorts to be found anywhere in the world. The expansive panoramic views of countryside, coastline and ocean savoured by these magnificent links course will not easily be forgotten. The Old Links undulates in the glory of its natural terrain, presenting an immensel…

Dive Arranmore Charters is situated off Northwest Donegal along Irelands`s stunning Wild Atlantic Way. The waters surrounding Arranmore Island boast the finest of dive sites. The pristine waters attract an abundance of sea life which makes for a fantastic dive. Arranmore offers a wide range of dive sites suitable for all levels of experience. Dive Arranmore Charters can arrange transfers from…

A wee family run gem. Nestled in the beautiful hills of Inishowen, right at the start of The Wild Atlantic Way, with spectacular views over Lough Foyle. Cooley Equestrian Center cater for every ability, from first time riders, to the experienced. Feel free to have them help you plan your horseback magic moments, choose from family fun and games, to beautiful treks, to guided heritage trail taking …