Muff Glen Forest Walk
With 34 hectares of mixed woodland, all of which straddles a valley alongside the Muff River, the forest provides a welcome retreat for the local residents of Eglinton and visitors from surrounding areas. This is a scenic circular walk through the woods with some steep steps and a waterfall.
County Londonderry
Distance 2.4 miles
OS Map Sheet 7
Terrain Moderate, steep in places
Nearest Town Eglinton
Route Shape Circular
Grid Reference C524187
Route Type Woodland
The forest is accessible on foot via the loop path, with views of the waterfall at the southern end of the trail.
To arrange a special event or activity in this forest, you should apply in the first instance to the Recreation Manager, Forest Service NI at Garvagh Forest Office.
These walks are situated in a working forest environment and may be subject to diversion and closure from time to time.
Up to date information is available on the Forest Service web site – link below.
Waterfall and woodlands
Situated approx. 1 miles south of Eglinton Village, on the B118. Accessed via the main Limavady – Londonderry road (A2) turning off for Eglinton.
Translink – journeyplanner.translink.co.uk
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Walk Route
Muff Glen Forest Walk
Lovely Walk to do, but can be quite steep in areas.