Cloondacarra Bog Walk
An outdoor nature-reserve in Roscommon
Cloondacarra Bog is a raised bog in County Mayo, Ireland, featuring a wheelchair-accessible boardwalk trail that allows families to explore this unique peatland ecosystem.
The boardwalk loops through diverse habitats including heather, cotton grass, and sphagnum moss. Kids can spot dragonflies, butterflies, and bird species like curlew and snipe. Interpretive signs explain bog formation and wildlife.
Facilities: free parking at the trailhead. No toilets or café, so plan ahead. The walk is short (approx. 1 km) and suitable for all ages, including pushchairs. Wellies recommended after rain.
Cost: free entry. Open year-round. Best on a dry day as the boardwalk can be slippery when wet.
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Entry
Free / cheap
What parents should know
Cloondacarra Bog is a raised bog in County Mayo, Ireland, featuring a wheelchair-accessible boardwalk trail that allows families to explore this unique peatland ecosystem.
clothing
Wear wellies or waterproof shoes
The boardwalk becomes slippery when wet, so wellies are essential, especially after rain or in damp conditions.
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Last checked 24 May 2026, 11:09.
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