Glenveagh National Park

West of Gartan Lough stretches Glenveagh National Park. The entrance and the Visitor Center are on the northern shore of Lough Beagh, reached along the R251. The park of 38sq.mi/100sq.km was founded in 1986; its center is formed by Lough Beagh which is surrounded by impressive mountain and moorland scenery.

Must-see attractions nearby:

Address

Glenveagh National Park and Castle
Glenveagh National Park
Church Hill
Letterkenny
Ireland

Hours

March 17 to November 5

	Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat	Sun
Open	10:00	10:00	10:00	10:00	10:00	10:00	10:00
Close	18:30	18:30	18:30	18:30	18:30	18:30	18:30

Tips

Private cars are not allowed in the park, but a shuttle bus runs to from the Park Visitor Centre to Glenveagh Castle, 2miles/3km away. Access to castle interior is by tour only. Last admission 45 minutes before closing.

Disabled

Partial facilities for persons with disabilities.

Guides

Guided tour included with admission.

Facilities

Gift shop
Restaurant or food service

Related Attractions

Glenveagh Castle

Glenveagh Castle, 2mi/3km away, a neo-Gothic building dating from 1870, has beautiful grounds with a Mediterranean aspect. The kitchen garden is particularly attractive.

A number of gardens are spread across the 900ha of land that the estate rests on. In these gardens can be found a wonderful variety of flowers, herbs, woodland trails and palm trees.