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Castlewellan Forest Park - Moorish Tower Walk

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Castlewellan Forest Park - Moorish Tower Walk

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The walk circumnavigates Castlewellan Lake.  A short steep climb uphill brings you to the Moorish Tower.

Start Point:
J335364

Finish Point:
J335364

Route:
This trail is signposted from the Lakeside car park - follow the brown waymarkers. Starting at the Lakeside Car Park, the trail follows the southern shore of the lake before winding steeply uphill.  A narrow track leads to the Moorish Tower now hidden in the trees.  When designed, this 'tea house' would have provided a fine vista across the Lake.  A steep descent leads back to the lake shore. This is a 'Moderate' walk suitable for those with a good standard of fitness. The surface is variable but stable, may be slightly uneven and include loose material.  It includes some steep climbs and descents. This walk is situated in a working forest environment and may be subject to diversion and closure from time to time. Up to date information is available on the Forest Service web site - link below.

Distance:
3.2 miles

Terrain:
Moderate with some steep hills

Point of interest:
Moorish Tower, Castlewellan Lake

Facilities:
Car park (fee charged), café, toilets (disabled access), picnic areas, The Peace Maze, Activity Centre, lecture room/ classroom, camping & caravaning, orienteering route, mountain bike trails.

Nearest town:
Castlewellan

OS map:
Sheet 29

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  • Free (parking charges may apply)

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Road Directions

From Castlewellan the forest is signposted from Main Street.

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