Errigal mountain is a beautiful and rewarding hike that takes around 1.5 to 2 hours to complete! The Mountain starting point is located along the R251 road here where parking is available at the base. There is a gravel path to start in the bog for about 0.9 miles before starting to climb the steps on the face of the mountain. If you don’t want to tackle the steepness/more difficult part towards the end we would suggest stopping at the steps! The total distance is about 2.8 miles. The views at the top are gorgeous.

Glenveagh National Park is the second biggest National Park in Ireland. It also holds Glenveagh Castle, where you can eat, drink tea, tour the castle and take in the stunning views. There is a large car park for parking. The Park walks vary in both length and difficulty. The main trails are:

The Lakeside Walk (easy, not a loop and takes 40 mins)

Derrylahan Nature Trail (moderate, 45 mins looped trail)

The Garden Trail (easy, 1 hour looped trail)

The Viewpoint Trail (tough, 35 min looped trail

Lough Inshagh Walk (tough, 1.5 hour liner trail)

Glen / Bridle Path Walk (moderate, 2 hour trail)

Pictured above is the lakeside walk which we would recommend. If you would like to go deeper into this glen and see more of the beautiful lake and waterfall follow on to the bridal path which is just past the castle!

Fanad lighthouse is known to be one of the most beautiful lighthouses in the world. There are options to take a tour for only €10 to the top of the lighthouse while also learning about its history. You can also just take the Wild Atlantic Way which is a gorgeous drive to the lighthouse, and take in the views. It is about a 55 minute drive from Dunlewey.

https://www.discoverireland.ie/donegal/fanad-lighthouse

The Slieve League cliffs are one of the tallest in all of Europe and a must visit. There are amazing views of Donegal Bay and the Atlantic Ocean. Truly took Donal and I's breath away when we saw them. About an 1hr and 30 minute drive from Dunlewey. Some walking options below to take in the views!

https://www.wildernessireland.com/slieve-league-cliffs-travel-guide/

A beautiful abandoned church built in the 1800s where you can take in the views of Mt. Errigal, the Poisoned Glen, and Dunlewey Lake.

Located beside the abandoned Church and extends beyond Glenvagh National Park. There is a path that will take you right into the heart of the glen. The starting point is located just past the Church.