DRUMNAPH NATURE RESERVE

Walking Trails

Experience the breathtaking landscape of Drumnaph Nature Reserve

Ruachan Trail

Follow the path from the kissing gate towards the Grillagh River, through the species-rich habitat that includes devil’s bit scabious and lady’s smock. Discover the stone bridge and spot the nesting dippers, before returning past the recovered cutover bog.

1 km

Duration
20 mins
Length
1 km
Difficulty
Easy

The Tree Loop

Take this circular route through the young oak, ash and hazel plantation buffering the ancient woodland. Look out for the feature oak tree and young Irish yews.

1.5 km

Duration
30 mins
Length
1.5 km
Difficulty
Easy

The Rath Trail

Discover an enchanting landscape through woodland, wetland and rush meadow. Encounter an ancient rath, stone circle and watch the summer dragonflies dance as you relax by the pond.

4 Km

Duration
80 mins
Length
4 Km
Difficulty
Moderate

Perimeter Trail

Follow the sound of the river through young woodland and open scrubland. Stop to see the Atlantic salmon or a lucky glimpse of an otter. Pass by wildflower meadows tracing your steps along the old farm hedgerows before experiencing the precious ancient woodland dominated by hazel with some large oaks.

1 km

Duration
20 mins
Length
1 km
Difficulty
Easy

Loch Bran Trail

Take a walk through the pastureland, along hedgerows and through the whins. Look across Loch Bran bog to the south before coming upon the remnants of an ancient rath site. From here there are fantastic views of Sliabh Mis (Slemish) mountain to the east and Carn Tóchair (Carntogher) mountain to the west. Here you will also find the Slí na Sí, the interactive fairy trail for all the family. The initial section of the Loch Bran trail is suitable for wheelchair users. The path offers excellent viewpoints of Slieve Gallion to the North and Slemish Mountain and the Antrim Hills to the East.

1.5 km

Duration
30 mins
Length
1.5 km
Difficulty
Easy
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Rath

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Thw Loch Bran Trail |
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The Rath Trail |
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The Rath Trail |
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The Rath Trail |
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The Rath Trail |
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The Ruachan Trail |
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Trail Reviews

★★★★★ 5/5
"Wonderful natural oasis of calm. Well worth a visit. Plenty of tracks to explore. Lovely river walk"
Karen MillsGoogle Review
★★★★★ 5/5
"Beautiful nature reserve with various habitats and different colour coded walks of various lengths. Plentiful parking and a few picnic tables. When we were there there was also a coffee van."
Brigit TurtleGoogle Review
★★★★★ 5/5
"This was a great find. A hidden gem for sure. Great nature trails, easy on foot and great for kids who like to explore."
Shaun GreerGoogle Review