Lough Oughter
Clough Oughter Castle stands alone on a small island in the middle of Lough Oughter, hire a canoe and paddle out to explore the castle.
Plan your visit
Weather · Sat, 17 Oct
Scattered cloud
2–10°C · 0 mm daytime rain
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Family practicalities
What to expect
Clough Oughter Castle stands alone on a small island in the middle of Lough Oughter, hire a canoe and paddle out to explore the castle.
Enjoy the freedom of kayaking or enlist the help of a guide from Cavan Adventure Centre and steer your way to the island. The flooded drumlin landscape features rich wildlife including whooper swans and great crested grebes. Guided boat tours on the lake are also available, as is stand-up paddleboarding.
Extend your trip with a visit to Erne Island Waterpark on Lough Oughter. Plan a day out on the inflatable obstacle course and splash your way around the trampolines and slides.
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