Gougane Barra National Forest Park, Gougane Barra

Such a beautiful park area to explore. I had mobility issues on the day so we paid €5 (coins only) to enter the park in the car. There are toilets and places to park up. There are lots of walking trails to suit different levels and would be a very good place to bring young children with bicycles or similar to do the circular route around. I can imagine you could spend the whole day here with a picnic.

What a spectacular spot. It helped that we got the most perfect day. Arrived early and got take away breakfast from the hotel beside the lake to eat in the sun. There's a cafe also but it opens a little later. A little further on from the lake are the public toilets which are immaculately kept. And a carpark for the forrest which is €5 set fee. Loads of trails to follow with well marked paths and amazing views. The lake is not really suitable for swimming. Dogs love to cool off in there though!

What an amazing place. It doesn't matter if you travel here in Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter, there is something new and marvellous to see. You can see the source of the River Lee and the amazing scenery and sheep around this special place. Each time I come here, I see something different. All walks have different accessibility and abilities, so there should be a walk to suit all.

Fantastic scenery views and great day out there with your family. Plenty picnic tables and toilets facilities. Lops directions are often for a good hiking. You can also drive through the park all way to the top and have a picnic,for €5 per car correct change. Walking through is free of course, very clean and nice falls all around.A local Church ⛪for weddings and the local pub as a great menu with sandwiches, coffee, cakes etc..a hotel also if you wish to stay overnight 😀

Fabulous park with numerous hiking walks and paths. We found it children friendly too. You need to have €5 in coins to use their inner carpark. No cards accepted yet at the barrier.