Walk through Ness Wood and adjacent Ervey Wood along Burntollet river will take a brisk 75 mins. Most beautiful in summer and autumn as mainly deciduous trees. Pathways are dirt/gravel track and parts are very muddy in wet weather. Ness walk on it's own is a circuit of 35 mins brisk walking. Walk can incorporate section of steep wooden steps for the more energetic. Quite spectacular small waterfall during river spate can be viewed along higher section of walk.
If you fancy a peaceful and quiet walk amongst the threes this wee walk is a must and you can extend your walk by moving on into envy wood.The river ness is beautiful any time of the year.I walked through here in all seasons and of course it looks different every time.Go on do it.
What a stunning location and the history that goes with it (Shane's leap) make this a brilliant day out. This place has babbling streams and gushing rivers, a waterfall, still ponds and an excellent walkway around the park. The resource centre is immaculate as are the toilets. Both fit perfectly into the natural surroundings. There are picnic tables dotted around the woods which are perfect for stopping to take in the views. All this at no charge! Well done to the staff for keeping it in such good condition. We saw rabbits and trout jumping which the children still talk about.
Ness wood is about five miles on the East side of the city heading towards . There are some great walks anytime of the year. Not really that wheelchair friendly. there are some bridges and steps to negotiate. There are waterfalls and streams . It is an ancient woodland plent of fauna and flora. Take your boots.
is a care free walk and lovely water falls,ideal for a picnic and kids can run free although they need to be supervised as there could be dangerous places they should not enter
a little out of the town but well worth a visit. Best way to tire the kids out with a bit of exercise. Lovely in the winter but spectacular throughout the year.
We had a very nice walk on the path to the waterfall. Although it is the tallest waterfall in Northern Ireland, it was not very tall or impressive, but we enjoyed our walk and had a nice, relaxing day enjoying the scenery.
i love the peacefullness here! even when the carpark is full you feel like you are in your own wee world but it is always reassuring that the rangers are always on patrol so you feel safe if you are on your own! great for time on your own/ family nature trail/ walking the dog! well signsposted, the only place in the local countryside with toilet facilities, good parking, adequate picnic tables that is suitable for all ages, dogwalking and education/information rolled into one!
This is a really lovely walk, the waterfalls are stunning, the walk does get quite steep to see the waterfall, the dog loved it!
At end of a weekend in Derry, we were looking for a good hour-long walk.After 5 minutes drive through some minor roads, you come to a car park. Keep driving, though, to the cottage / visitor centre. No tea/coffee... Consider bringing something to drink.After an easy work between some ponds, you're into forest land, with easy routes, or some moderate walking up some steps. We visited early Spring ... But I expect each season looks beautiful.Bring a camera for some good shots, and keep eyes open for the signs, so you don't take a detour. And bring a coat if any chance of rain.A great walk.