Portumna Forest Park - Bonaveen Cycling Trail
Grade
Moderate
Length
10.3 km
Time
1 hour
Format
Loop
Ascent
10 m
Dogs Allowed
No
Waymarking
Red
Start Point
Forest Park Car Park
Finish Point
Forest Park Car Park
Nearest Town to Start
Portumna
Grid Ref.
M 839 036
Lat. and Long.
53.0828681, -8.2411536
This trail is the longest loop through a variety of trees and open lakeshore. It covers the western side of the park and includes the wonderful Bonaveen Point section by the lake. It is on singletrack which is narrow and twisty in places. The long section around the lakeshore is some of the most attractive landscape in the park with great views out over the expanse of Lough Derg. This trail is open to bad weather at times and can be quite exposed.
This trail is open and flowing with gentle gradients and, while not technically challenging, is best experienced on a mountain bike.
External Links
Facilities
In Portumna Town: All services
At trailhead: Car parking, toilets, picnic site
OSI Maps
Discovery Series Sheet 53
Public Transportation
Bus Eireann bus, Local Link bus, Kearns Transport bus, The Local Bus
Diana from Westmeath
One of the most beautiful routes I have ever done. it is well signposted, only when getting to the new golf club car park, it becomes a bit confusing. Cross the car park through the wooden gate and then follow the signs. There are benches where Shannon River touches the land. Lovely views.
Eddie McNally from Galway