The Top 15 Attractions in Monaghan

Known locally as the "Wee Abbey", Clones Abbey is a ruined monastery dating back to the 12th century. The original abbey was founded by St. Tigernach as early as the … read more

The round tower in Clones was originally built around the 10th century as part of the abbey. Although it would once have stood at 75 feet (23 m), the top … read more

Garaidh Den Drum is known as Spike and is a spear thrower. He is on the hill facing Roddy and waiting to catch you out. A large spike at the … read more

Stopped here on our walk for a rest and to forage some elderflower. It was idyllically quiet apart for the occasional interuption dogs looking to cool off in the water.

Monaghan lies in the far north of the Republic of Ireland, close to the border with Northern Ireland. It is the county town of County Monaghan and even though it's … read more

The remains of the old Castle are located in the centre of the park surrounded by lakes. An interesting point to add to your adventure.

Explore this gorgeous forest trails near Monaghan. Plenty of different highlights, art and history around small and charming lakes and mixed terrain to ride on. Could be busy in season.

Great forest trails through the old Dartrey Estate and the park's lakes. collecting the waters of the Dromore river. The Park is managed forest and so some trails might be closed for forestry work.

In 1950, the Dawson family stole their estate to be used for Forestry. You may be lucky to see deer grazing by the Lough which looks out towards Black Island here, an excellent picnic spot.