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Rooskey Rambling Bog Walks Purple Loop

Rooskey Rambling Bog Walks Purple Loop is a 13.1 km loop walking trail graded Moderate.

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Where
Church Car Park, Rooskey, Roscommon (Outdoors)Directions
Cost
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Ages
No specific child age guidance is stated
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What to expect

Rooskey Rambling Bog Walks Purple Loop is a 13.1 km loop walking trail graded Moderate. Allow 2 hours 30 minutes to complete it. Rooskey Bog Walks are looped trails that follow quiet country roads and bog paths, rich in diverse flora and fauna.

More information

Time to allow
1-2 hours
Listed by
Sport Ireland National Trails

Categories

  • Walking
  • Outdoor
  • Moderate trail
  • Loop
  • Walking Trail
  • Dogs allowed

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Location

Church Car Park, Rooskey, Roscommon

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