Marble Arch Caves Global Geopark
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Cuilcagh Mountain Park
Cuilcagh Mountain Park takes in 2,500 hectares on the northern slopes of Cuilcagh Mountain in southern Fermanagh and is at the heart of the Marble Arch Caves Global Geopark. Cuilcagh Mountain Park, together with the nearby Marble Arch Caves, was awarded UNESCO European Geopark status in 2001 and Global Geopark status in 2004, in recognition of the area’s geological heritage. At 665 metres (2,188 feet) above sea level Cuilcagh Mountain Park is the highest point in Fermanagh and one of the flagship sites in the Marble Arch Caves Global Geopark
Walking Trails
There are 2 walking trails available to reach the summit of Cuilcagh Mountain in Fermanagh.
These two trails are sections of the Cuilcagh Way, a long distance trail that explores some of the most idyllic landscapes of Fermanagh including the Cladagh Glen, Cuilcagh Mountain Park and Florence Court Forest. For more information on the Cuilcagh Way visit the Walk NI website.
1. Cuilcagh Legnabrocky Trail
Distance
7.4km to Cuilcagh Mountain Summit (14.8km round trip) The Cuilcagh Mountain boardwalk is 1.6 km in length and is located at the end of a 5.8km limestone gravel track.
Map
OSNI or OSI Discoverer Series Map – Sheet 26
Terrain
Gravel track, wooden boardwalk, and exposed mountain path. Full mountain precautions and experience required.
2. Cuilcagh Hikers Trail
Distance
9km to Cuilcagh Mountain Summit (18km round trip)
Map
OSNI or OSI Discoverer Series Map – Sheet 26
Terrain
Mostly mountain blanket bog, crossing wet, uneven ground. Full mountain precautions and experience required. This is a very isolated route through truly wild countryside.
