Glenties to Ardara River Walk
From Glenties an enjoyable stretch which includes a very pleasant riverside walk along the Owenea river takes the route to the town of Ardara. This walk is classed as easy to moderate.

County Donegal
Distance 7.4 miles
OS Map OSI Discovery series sheet no. 10
Terrain Minor Roads, boreens, footpaths, bog roads and open river side
Nearest Town Glenties / Ardara
Route Shape Linear
Grid Reference G819 942
Route Type Riverside
Route Description
The route is fully marked (both directions) on the ground and is part of the Bluestack Way which is marked with yellow arrows on a black background.
Point of Interest
St. Connell’s Museum & Heritage Centre, Fishing (permits available at IFI Angling centre, Hatchery Glenties), River side Walk/Nature, Ardara town is renowned for festivals, arts & crafts, music and weaving.
Public transport
Bus Eireann or McGeehan Coaches
Dog Policy
No dogs please
Facilities
Full services available in Glenties and Ardara
Accessibility Grade
Grade
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Walk Route
Glenties to Ardara River Walk