Eating in the great outdoorsThere is nothing more relaxing than having a picnic in the great outdoors. And in Sligo we are lucky to have fabulous locations to eat outside and enjoy the scenery. Below you will find a selection of picnic locations around County Sligo . But if you don't feel like making your own picnic, but still love eating in the great outdoors, why not book one of the many outdoor food sampling events on offer.
For example, during the summer months, you can experience a Sligo seaweed Experience with Prannie Rathigan, go on a kayak adventure trip with Sligo Kayak tours and enjoy a picnic on one of County Sligo's islands. |
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County Sligo Picnic Locations
Doorly Park
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The picnic area in Doorly Park overlooks the Garavogue river. The area has fabulous walking paths along the river.
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Dooney Rock Forest
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Dooney Rock is located along the shores of Lough Gill. There are beautiful walks available through the forest and along the lakeshore.
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Lissadell Beach
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At Lissadell beach, you have the choice of 2 locations to have a picnic. One is at the first beach where there is a picnic table right beside the seafront with views as far as the Ox Mountains, a second one is at the main car park at the beach
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Lough Gara
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Lough Gar has many man-made islands called Crannogs. These were built over 2000 years ago during the Iron age. There is ample car park space and 2 picnic benches with views across Lough Gara.
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Ox Mountains
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In the Ox Mountains is a fabulous picnic spot at the Owenboy River. The kids will love the shallow river and waterfalls.
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Slish Wood Forest
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Slish Wood forest is located along the shores of Lough Gill. At the car park, there is ample place to have a picnic nearby a small stream which will be a hit with the kids.
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Union Wood
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Ballygawley Lake is located in beautiful Union Wood. At the lake is a car park where you can have a picnic and enjoy the views across the lake
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"With the ever changing weather in County Sligo, plan your picnic on the day ”
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Enjoy a special outdoor feast
Sligo Seaweed Experience
Enjoy a fun seaweed identification walk with tastings, tea and truffles. Join Prannie who is a medical doctor and author of award winning Irish Seaweed Kitchen books for an enlightening walk at low tide. Identify seaweeds and learn how to sustainably harvest. Discuss the many uses of seaweeds and their health benefits. Finish the walk with a seasonal tea, seaweed pesto and treats.
Woodland Wilderness camping
Sligo kayak tours organize woodland wilderness camping where you camp out for the night, but also enjoy fabulous food cooked by the campfire.
Barry has mastered wild cooking to an art and this "picnic" experience will be a fabulous outdoor experience which will give you unforgettable memories.
Barry has mastered wild cooking to an art and this "picnic" experience will be a fabulous outdoor experience which will give you unforgettable memories.