Playdays

Ballyfarnon Walk

Woods, parks & walks Roscommon

Checked July 2026

Take this easy 4.4km loop in resplendent County Roscommon and embrace woodland scenery, captivating castle views and beautiful lakeshores. Starting and ending at Kilronan Castle car park, this charming loop near Ballyfarnon takes 85 minutes to complete. Following forest roads, woodland and lakeside paths, the trail extends through lush Kilronan Forest and along the northern shore of Lough Meelagh. Its lake shore limit extends as far as Doon Point before returning along woodland tracks and the entrance avenue of Kilronan Castle, boasting a bounty of woodland and lakeshore scenery.

Good to know

Indoor / outdoorOutdoor
CostFree admission
Opening hoursNot available
What's thereWalking Track/Path
AmenitiesCafe/Restaurant,Car Parking,Dog Friendly,Picnic Area,Toilets
AccessibilityWheelchair accessible
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