Mourne Guide / Tollymore Arboretum Path

The Shimna River in Tollymore

Tollymore Arboretum Path.

A short waymarked loop among trees from around the world.

The Shimna River in Tollymore. Photo credit & licence
Distance · Approx. circuit
~0.6 km
Difficulty
Easy

Before your visit

Start
Tollymore main car park / information board, J343325; blue waymarkers
Distance
Approximately 0.6 km, complete circuit.
Terrain
Step-free blue path with gentle gradients; firm surfaces include some loose material.
Dogs
Keep dogs under control, clean up and use leads where signs or staff require.
Facilities
Parking, toilets and picnic facilities are listed at the park. Check current opening and charges; refreshments may not be available along the walk.

Checked 9 October 2026. WalkNI — Tollymore Arboretum Path · Forest Service / nidirect — Tollymore Forest Park · Forest Service / nidirect — Walking in forests

For current opening, charges and access, check the operator before travelling. Bring what you need rather than relying on refreshments being open.

The walk

The blue-marked arboretum path is a short introduction to Tollymore’s tree collection. A gentle gradient makes it a different outing from the park’s longer hillside trails.

Underfoot

Firm paths with some loose material and gentle slopes. Ask the park about current suitability for your mobility needs.

Start & access

Start: Tollymore Forest Park main car park, near Bryansford. Source grid reference J343325.

Follow blue waymarkers from the car park. Vehicle entry charges apply. Check current Forest Service information and on-site signs before setting out.

Route map & access at WalkNI — Outdoor Recreation Northern Ireland

Take a suitable map and know how to use it. Check the landowner’s latest access notices before setting out.

Give yourself enough time

Allow for your group’s pace, terrain, stops and daylight. Leave enough time and energy for the return journey.

Sources & walk details

Checked 8 October 2026. Original grade: Easy. Distances rounded for comparison. Where time or ascent is unavailable, no estimate is supplied. A summit height is different from a walk’s total ascent. About the route information.