Playdays

Family days out in Co. Cavan

Looking for things to do with kids in Co. Cavan? There are 80 places here, with 41 parks and woodland walks, 31 playgrounds and play centres and 4 swimming spots. 76 of them are free to visit, and each one links to its own page with directions. If the weather turns, there is 1 indoor or part-indoor option listed at the end.

Woods, parks & walks

41 places

Adrian's Way / Bracklin / Cornasus Trails

OutdoorFree

Walking loop in Co.Cavan Grade: Moderate Length: 4.5km Time: 1 hour Format: Loop

Ballyconnell Canal Walk

OutdoorFree

The Woodford Canal, also known as the Shannon-Erne Waterway, flows through Ballyconnell.

Ballyconnell to Ballyheady Recreational Trail

OutdoorFree

The new 5.5km trail provides an excellent recreational facility, linking Ballyconnell and Bellaheady, along the scenic banks of the…

Bawnboy Loop Walk

OutdoorFree

The Bawnboy Loop is in Carrick East Forest, located on the N87 Bawnboy to Swanlinbar road.

Bawnboy Village Trail

OutdoorFree

The Bawnboy Loop is in Carrick East Forest, located on the N87 Bawnboy to Swanlinbar road.

Belturbet Greenway

OutdoorFree

Start & finish: Strategically placed on the River Erne and steeped in history, there are many interesting things to see along the heritage…

Belturbet Heritage Trail

OutdoorFree

Strategically placed on the River Erne and steeped in history, there are many interesting things to see along the heritage trail.

Belturbet to Corraquill Walk

OutdoorFree

Blacklion Village Trail

OutdoorFree

The Blacklion Village Trail, also known as the Cathal Buí Trail is a perfect spot for some family time.

Burren

OutdoorFree

Burren Forest

OutdoorFree

Cavan Burren Forest Park is a fascinating geological and archaeological forest landscape in north-west Cavan with new trails and…

Castle Lake & Forest Walk Bailieborough

OutdoorFree

A beautiful lake and forest walk traversing the Castle Lake outside Bailieborough.

Castle Saunderson Demesne

OutdoorFree

Castle Saunderson is set in the heart of the Geopark.

Cavan Town Heritage Trail

OutdoorFree

A self-guided walking tour of historic Cavan town.

Cavan Town Urban Greenway

OutdoorFree

The objective for the greenwa, is to develop a “landmark” path that “maximises the landscape, scenery and amenities” that Cavan Town has to…

Cootehill Heritage Town Trail

OutdoorFree

Start & finish: Cootehill is a fine example of an 18th century Ulster linen market town.

Cuilagh climb

OutdoorFree

Cuilcagh Mountain Park takes in 2,500 hectares on the northern slopes of Cuilcagh Mountain, at the heart of the Geopark.

Cuilcagh Boardwalk Trail

OutdoorFree

Cuilcagh Mountain Park takes in 2,500 hectares on the northern slopes of Cuilcagh Mountain, at the heart of the Geopark.

Cuilcagh Lakelands Geopark

OutdoorFree

Tucked away in the northwest corner of the island of Ireland, straddling the border between counties Fermanagh and Cavan, the first…

Cuilcagh Lowlands Trail

OutdoorFree

Deerpark Forest Virginia

OutdoorFree

The forest area covers 160 ha of broafleaf , conifer and mixed woodland of variable age classes .

Flemings Folly Walk

OutdoorFree

Start & finish: Flemings Folly is located approx 1.5km outside Ballinagh, on the Cavan road (N55), signposted Cashel Cross / Flemings Folly.

Gowlan Loops Walk

OutdoorFree

Start & finish: This short looped walk takes you through the adjacent townland of Moneygashel, which translated from Irish, means…

Halton's River and Amenity Park Cootehill

OutdoorFree

Free riverside amenity park and trailhead in Cootehill, Co. Cavan, along the Dromore River — outdoor walks and activities.

Hawkswood Trail Swanlinbar

OutdoorFree

Start & finish: From Bawnboy (N87), take a left in the village of Swanlinbar onto the Glangevlin/ Blacklion Road (Mill Street).

Hill Walk Mullagh

OutdoorFree

Start & finish: Begin your walk at Mullagh lake, on the R194 Virginia road, just outside Mullagh Village.

Killeshandra Camino Walk

OutdoorFree

The Killeshandra Camino is a captivating pilgrimage route in the heart of County Cavan, Ireland.

Killeshandra Forest Walk/Looped Trail

OutdoorFree

Killeshandra Lake and Forest Loop Walk A picture perfect walk that is a wonderful escape from a busy schedule.

Killeshandra/Cordalea/Killykeen

OutdoorFree

Killykeen Forest Park is located in a very scenic area of Co Cavan.

Killykeen Forest Park

Outdoor

Killykeen Forest Park & Greenway

Outdoor

Killykeen Forest Park is located in a very scenic area of Co Cavan.

Lough and Leagh Walk

OutdoorFree

Start & finish: Follow signs to Lough an Leagh from the Bailieborough – Kingscourt Road (R165).

Sean Eamon Ruari Trail

OutdoorFree

The Séan Éamoinn Ruairí Trail is an opportunity to escape from the stresses of modern life into a paradise of tranquillity.

Senator Billy Fox

OutdoorFree

Shantemon - Finger stones

OutdoorFree

Finn McCools Fingers (or "Shantemon Stone Row") are a set of five standing stones on Shantemon mountain in County Cavan.

Skealon Looped Walk

OutdoorFree

Slieve Rushen

OutdoorFree

Slieve Rushen is a mountain which straddles the border between County Cavan in the Republic of Ireland and County Fermanagh in Northern…

Templeport Golden Mile

OutdoorFree

The walk is 5 kilometres long and climbs 130 metres.

The Cavan Way Walk

OutdoorFree

The Cavan Way, is a National Trail situated in the centre of a great inland recreation area stretching from the Erne Lakes in Fermanagh to…

The Nun's Walk

OutdoorFree

2km family friendly walk in the grounds of Cavan County Museum.

Turbet Island Walk

OutdoorFree

Turbet Island is located on the northwest side of Belturbet town just across the bridge on the River Erne.

Playground & play centre

31 places

Arvagh Playground

OutdoorFree

Children's playground in Arvagh Co.Cavan

Bailieborough Playground

OutdoorFree

Bailieborough Playground – well equipped playground close to town.

Ballinagh Playground

OutdoorFree

Playground in Ballinagh Co Cavan

Ballyconnell Playground & Outdoor Gym

OutdoorFree

Playground & outdoor gym in Co.Cavan

Ballyjamesduff Playground

OutdoorFree

Childrens playground in Ballyjmesduff Co.Cavan

Bawnboy Playground & Outdoor Gym

OutdoorFree

Childrens playground and outdoor recreation facility in Bawnboy Co Cavan

Belcoo River Playground Blacklion

OutdoorFree

The Cottage Lawn is an amenity area in the village of Belcoo on the shores of Lough MacNean and alongside the Belcoo River.

Butlersbridge Playground

OutdoorFree

The playground is located within the grounds of Pairc Emmet provided by the GAA Club.

Con Smith Park Playground & Skate Park & Adult Recreation Facility

OutdoorFree

Playground (inc. accessible play area), park, adults outdoor gym, walks

Cootehill Playground

OutdoorFree

Playground in Cootehill Co.Cavan w/Wheelchair Accessible Swing

Dowra Playground & Outdoor Gym

OutdoorFree

Children's playground and outdoor recreation space in Dowra Co Cavan

Drumgoon Playground

OutdoorFree

Children's playground in Drumgoon Co Cavan

Drumlane Playground

OutdoorFree

Children's playground in Drumlane Co Cavan

Ericia's Fairy Forest

OutdoorFree

This, magical, Fairy Forest is dedicated to the memory of Erica Ní Draighneain, (2010-2016).

Killashandra Playground

OutdoorFree

Children's playground in Killshandra Co Cavan

Killyconnan Playground, MUGA & Outdoor Gym

OutdoorFree

Killyconnan Sports Ground is a 3G Pitch being built in order to facilitate and promote physical education, sport and recreation in Lavey…

Killymooney Playground Cavan

OutdoorFree

Playground in Killymooney Co Cavan

Kilnaleck Playground

OutdoorFree

Children's playground in Kilnaleck Co.Cavan

Kilnavara Crescent Playground Cavan

OutdoorFree

Children's playground in Kilnavara Crescent Co Cavan

Larah Playground

OutdoorFree

Laragh Playground is situated nearby to the community center Laragh Community Park, as well as near Saint Brigid's Church Cemetery.

Lough Gowna Playground & MUGA

OutdoorFree

Childrens Playground in Lough Gowna Co Cavan

Lough MacNean Playground

OutdoorFree

Facilities: car parking, interpretation, picnic area, playground, an adult gym facility, pier, toilets and changing facilities

Morrissey Park Playground & Outdoor Gym Belturbet

OutdoorFree

The current park has playground equipment for young children, outdoor gym pieces spread throughout the park and a tarmac car park.

Mullagh Playground

OutdoorFree

Children's playground in Mullagh Co Cavan

Redhills Playground

OutdoorFree

Playground in Redhills Co Cavan

Sean Lee Park Playground Belturbet

OutdoorFree

Shercock Playground

OutdoorFree

Children's playground in Shercock in Co Cavan

Swanlinbar Playground

OutdoorFree

Children's playground in Swanlinbar Co.Cavan

The Playcentre, Kingscourt

IndoorPaid entry

Tullacmongan Playground Cavan

OutdoorFree

Children's playground in Tullacmongan Playground Co Cavan

Virginia Playground

OutdoorFree

Virginia Playground, along Ramor Utd GAA grounds on the Dublin Road.

Water park & swimming

4 places

Beach & coast

2 places

Castle & heritage

2 places

Rainy-day ideas in Co. Cavan

Indoor places first, then places with both indoor and outdoor areas.