Lough Bradan to Gortin
This section boasts some of the most extensive views on the entire Ulster Way as it journeys from the westernmost reaches of County Tyrone into the foothills of the Sperrin Mountains. At 37 miles it will be too long for most walkers to contemplate tackling in a single day, but it can be broken down into several more manageable stages, each with its own individual character and scenery.
| County | Distance | OS Map | Terrain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tyrone | 37 miles (59 km) | Sheet 12 & 13 | Forest tracks, rural roads and waymarked open mountain |
| Start Town / Village | Finish Town / Village | Grid References | Points of Interest |
| Lough Bradan (Ederney) | Gortin | Starts at H214717 Ends at H492858 | Lough Bradan, Bolaght Mountain, Bessy Bell, Gortin Not directly on route – Pettigo, Ederney, Ulster American Folk Park |
Accommodation and Useful Facilities
Refreshments are available at the finish of the route in Gortin. However this is a long route with no refreshment stops along the way – walkers should carry provisions accordingly. Kesh offers the widest range of accommodation near the start of this section. There is also no accommodation along this section of the route so walkers should arrange collection for accommodation off-route in Drumquin or Omagh. There is a hostel at the finsih of the section in Gortin with a campsite 3 miles to south on B48.
Click on an item in the table below for more details and information.
Town, Villages, and Points of Interest
| Type | Name | About |
|---|---|---|
| Point of Interest | Bessy Bell | Bessy Bell is both distinctive and scenic. The high ... |
| Town / Village | Gortin | Gortin lies ten miles north of Omagh in the valley of ... |
| Town / Village | Gortin Glen Forest Park | Gortin Glen Forest Park is situated six miles North ... |
| Town / Village | Kilmore Robinson | Kilmore Robison is a Fairy Water Bog and has a ... |
| Town / Village | Lough Bradan | The area is characterised by valleys and steep ... |
| Visitor Attraction | Ulster American Folk Park | Immerse yourself in the world famous story of Irish ... |
Accommodation and Facilities
| Place | Type | Name | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drumquin | B&B | Brae Heather | N/A |
| Drumquin | B&B | Kates Kottage | N/A |
| Drumquin | B&B | McGuires Country House | N/A |
| Gortin | Campsite | Sperrin Mountains Caravan Park | Two Star |
| Gortin | Hostel | Gortin Hostel | N/A |
| Kesh | B&B | Clareview | N/A |
| Kesh | B&B | Country Manor | N/A |
| Kesh | B&B | Dreenan Cottage | N/A |
| Kesh | B&B | Drumrush B&B | N/A |
| Kesh | B&B | Letterkeen House | N/A |
| Kesh | B&B | Meadowbank House | N/A |
| Kesh | B&B | Muckross Lodge | N/A |
| Kesh | B&B | The Anchor Inn | N/A |
| Kesh | B&B | The Courtyard | N/A |
| Kesh | B&B | The White House | N/A |
| Kesh | B&B | Tudor Farm Country House | N/A |
| Kesh | Campsite | Loaneden Caravan Park | Four Star |
| Kesh | Hotel | Lough Erne Hotel | Two Star |
| Omagh | B&B | Arandale House | N/A |
| Omagh | B&B | Arleston House | N/A |
| Omagh | B&B | Ashview House | N/A |
| Omagh | B&B | Bankhead | N/A |
| Omagh | B&B | Belleview House | N/A |
| Omagh | B&B | Carrick House | N/A |
| Omagh | B&B | Clanabogan Country House | N/A |
| Omagh | B&B | Erganagh House | N/A |
| Omagh | B&B | Herons Burn | N/A |
| Omagh | B&B | Mountjoy Bed And Breakfast | N/A |
| Omagh | B&B | Mullaghmore House | N/A |
| Omagh | B&B | Su-Lorr | N/A |
| Omagh | B&B | Tattykeel House | N/A |
| Omagh | B&B | The Brasserie | N/A |
| Omagh | B&B | Twenty Three | N/A |
| Omagh | Guesthouse | Golden Hill Guesthouse | Unclassified |
| Omagh | Guesthouse | Greenmount Lodge | Four Star |
| Omagh | Guesthouse | Kellys Inn | Three Star |
| Omagh | Hostel | Omagh Hostel | N/A |
| Omagh | Hotel | Mellon Country Hotel | Two Star |
| Omagh | Hotel | Silverbirch Hotel | Three Star |
