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Easy hikes and walks in Donegal

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Exploring Donegal on foot is a delightful way to connect with nature. To help you make the most of your adventures, we’ve compiled the top easy hikes and walks in Donegal. Perfect for short hikes, kid-friendly excursions, and family-friendly outings, these routes offer something for everyone.

Last updated: October 15, 2025

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1. Glenveagh Castle along Lough Veagh — Glenveagh National Park/Páirc Naisiúnta Ghleann Bheatha

7.23km

01:54

60m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Malin Head & Hell’s Hole

3.34km

00:55

60m

50m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Inch Wildfowl Reserve loop

7.71km

01:57

10m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. Derrylahan Nature Trail — Glenveagh National Park/Páirc Naisiúnta Ghleann Bheatha

2.51km

00:40

20m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. Rougey Walk loop from Bundoran

4.22km

01:06

30m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6. Glenevin Waterfall Walk

1.84km

00:34

70m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7. Dungloe River Walk & Cope Mountain

3.76km

00:58

10m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8. The Kinballycrowie Loop from Burtonport

6.82km

01:45

30m

40m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9. St John's Point Lighthouse from St John's Point Beach

4.12km

01:04

30m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10. Buncrana coastal walk to Stragill Beach

5.88km

01:30

20m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy hikes and walks in Donegal

1. Glenveagh Castle along Lough Veagh — Glenveagh National Park/Páirc Naisiúnta Ghleann Bheatha

2. Malin Head & Hell’s Hole

3. Inch Wildfowl Reserve loop

4. Derrylahan Nature Trail — Glenveagh National Park/Páirc Naisiúnta Ghleann Bheatha

5. Rougey Walk loop from Bundoran

6. Glenevin Waterfall Walk

7. Dungloe River Walk & Cope Mountain

8. The Kinballycrowie Loop from Burtonport

9. St John's Point Lighthouse from St John's Point Beach

10. Buncrana coastal walk to Stragill Beach

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