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Ards Forest Park

Playground & play centreWoods, parks & walksAdventure & activity Donegal

Checked July 2026

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 sea is one of the real treasures of this forest park and there are several trails, the Binngorm trail, the Salt Marsh Trail and the Sand Dune Trail, which offer the hiker an opportunity to experience it in all its facets. Parking costs €5 or an annual pass can be purchased via coillte.ie

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Indoor / outdoorOutdoor
What's thereOrienteering Course,Playground/Play Area,Walking Track/Path
AmenitiesCafe/Restaurant, Car Parking, Picnic Area, Reception/Visitor Centre, Toilets
AccessibilityAccessible Parking
Data from Get Ireland Active — Sport Ireland 2023, CC BY 4.0
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Car park
Toilets
Buggy-friendly
Café on site
Dog friendly
EV charging
Baby change facilities
Picnic area