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Treks are
available at Sleepy Hollows Campsite every Thursday, Friday, Saturday and
Sunday.
8
Hour Trek – Level 5 with
Trekking Donegal This trek is for the experienced walker/hiker and a good level of fitness is required. The trek begins and ends at Sleepy Hollows Campsite. Heading off in the direction of Crolly Hill, taking a left towards Dunlewey Lake & Forest as the hill ascends. Cutting across the lake and into Dunlewey Village, heading towards Mount Errigal. After climbing Mount Errigal beginning return journey with slight variation at the end. Stunning views of North West Donegal mountains, lakes and coastline. 4
Hour Trek – Level 3 with
Trekking Donegal Not a difficult trek but
some level of fitness is required. The trek begins and ends at Sleepy Hollows Campsite. Heading off
in the direction of Crolly Hill, taking a left towards Dunlewey Lake & Forest as the hill
ascends. Walking through the forest and returning before the bridge, back the way we came. Mostly
flat walk with great views of Mount Errigal and the Poison Glen. Pricing details: *If
your group is more than 10 people please contact us sooner so that we can provide an extra guide. Contact Carol
or Mohan on 0894558462 to arrange your trek,
Errigal Mountain is one of the most popular and sporting hill walking climbs in Ireland. The ascent to Errigal in Dún Lúiche is clearly marked and this walk /climb can be started at Mín na gCapóg near Dún Lúiche. Even though Errigal is the highest peak in Donegal it is a relatively easy climb and the visitor will be rewarded with a panoramic view of the three neighbouring parishes and the islans on reaching the summit. Other popular mountain climbs include Slieve Snaght, Muckish mountain and the Poison Glen. Slieve League is spectacular and should not be missed as it has the highest sea cliffs in Western Europe
Carrickfinn Beach
Only five minutes drive from the campsite you will find the beautiful and safe Carrickfin Beach.
Ionad Cois Locha (Dunlewey Lakeside Centre)
Páirc Náisiúnta Ghleann Bheatha (Glenveagh National Park)
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 | Féile na Bealtaine, Rann na Feirste - Beginning of May |
| Féile Anagaire - Beginning of June |
| Gaoth Dobhair Angling Festival - Beginning of July |
| Féile Ailt an Chorráin, Burtonport - Mid July |
| Féile Thraidisiúnta Chnoc Fola, Cnoc Fola - End of July |
| Mary From Dungloe, An Clochán Liath - End of July |
| Féile Ghleanntáin Ghlas Ghaoth Dobhair - End of July |
| Féile an Earagail, Dún Lúiche - Beginning of August |
| Féile Lochanure - End of August |
| The Donegal Shore Festival - September 23rd |
| The Frankie Kennedy Traditional Music Winter School, Gweedore - End of December |
Turais
Báid (Boat Trips)Trips to the neighbouring islands can be arranged by enquiring locally. Gola Ferries operate a regular ferry service from Bunbeg Harbour to Gola Island throughout the summer. Turasmara (Donegal Coastal Cruises) operates a new and modern passenger Cruiser from Bunbeg and Magheroarty to Tory Island. Groups of over 70 people can be accommodated. The Cruiser operates daily from April to October, and five days per week the rest of the year. Short bay cruises are also available. Bád Farrantóireacht Árainn Mhór (Arranmore Ferry) operate a year round service from Burtonport to the island, the trip taking some 20 minutes. Boats leave every hour during the summer months.
Oileán
Thoraigh is located some 9 miles off the coast of North West Donegal. According
to legend, Toraigh was the home of Balor, the one eyed celtic god of darkness.
The island has apparently been inhabited since pre-historic times and there are
many features of historical and archaeological interest relating to the Iron Age
and the Early Christian Era in Ireland. Such features includ the remnants of a
four walled fort at the east of the island, a round tower, a T-shaped cross,
which is one of only two such crosses in Ireland, the other being in Co. Clare,
Saint John's Altar and the ruins of ancient monastic buildings. Saint Colm Cille
built a monastery on Toraigh in the sixth century, which thrived until mid 1595
when George Bingham, Queen Elizabeth's Governor of Connaught raided it and
destroyed everything he could not take away. Toraigh is the last remaining place
in Ireland where you will find a King!
Doon is to be found at the end of the Mountain Road, the R251. It is an area steeped in Irish hsitroy.
When you climb the 180 metres to the top of Doon Rock you will be standing on the site where 25 O'Donnells were inaugurated Chieftan from the years 1200, Eighneachan O'Donnell to 1603, Neil Garbh O'Donnell ( a cousin of Red Hugh O'Donnell ) who ended up in the tower of London where he stayed until he died.
Doon Well is undoubtedly the most frequented and famous holy well in County Donegal although its Christian origins are probably fairly recent. Two large vigils are held here, one on New Year's Eve and the other on May Eve, the dates of which give a very strong indication on the weel's pagan origin.
Directly behind the well there is a gravelled path which after 220 metres will take you to a mass rock. These mass rocks were constructed during the Penal Laws era (1695- 1741) in secluded areas so that the Catholic population could carry on attending mass. The penal laws, as their name suggests were draconian measures formulated by the British Government and imposed on the Irish people, the oblective being to smother the Irish way of life and religion and to turn Ireland into a British state. One of these laws forced Catholic churches to close and worship was forbidden.
Also in the vicinity and past the Termon Church, Ethne's Well can be found. Ethne’s Well is named after Colrncille’s mother and taking into account the fact that Daire Ethne (oak grove of Ethne the former name for Kilmacrennan) was also strongly associated with her, points strongly to the fact that she did a lot to help establish Christianity in this area.
Move now to Gartan and you will discover the birth place of Saint Colmcille, founder of Christianity and visit the Colmcille Heritage Centre to learn about his life.
Flying to Donegal
starting in April 2008 - contact Donegal Airport, details
below.
Donegal airport 10 minutes drive from the Camping Ground http://www.donegalairport.ie/
Direct flights from Dublin and Glasgow Prestwick.
Book flights with http://www.aerarann.com
Coming by boat 
Coming by car 
- see directions above or click Directions
Need your caravan or motor home repaired?
Call Raymond on N.I-07768 605071 or RoI 083 0029952
or visit the website thecaravanmedic
Hire a campervan from Celtic Campervans (click on image)
Sea Angling 
Do you want to go fishing at
sea?
http://www.donegalseaangling.com
Information on Donegal 
http://www.glenveaghnationalpark.ie/
Check the weather in Ireland!!! 
The Islands 
http://www.arainnmhor.com
This award winning Blue Flag beach stretches for about 2km and
is an ideal location for bathing or for a leisurely or strenuous walk. The site is also classified
as a "Special Area of Conservation" and in the summer months is manned with a lifeguard.
The beach is also an ideal location for surfers and surfing. We regularly walk this beach during the
winter months and find it very 
Ionad
Cois Locha is situated on the shores of Dunlewey Lough, at the foot of Errigal
Mountain and in the shadow of the haunting and mysterious Poison Glen. The
centre is based around the homestead of a famous weaver, Mánus Ferry, where in
the middle of the nineteenth century he perfected his craft of tweed making and overcame
the hardships that faced most families, using the wool of his brother's sheep,
that grazed the surrounding mountain bogland. Mánus's house has been
reconstructed to give the visitor the full flavour of home life in Donegal at
that time. A good place for the children - Enjoy a boat trip on the lake at the foot of Errigal Mountain or the
adventure play area, pet anamals, restaurant and excellent craft shop.
This is
one of the largest national parks in the country covering an area of approx.
14,000 hectares of mountains, lakes, glens and woods. The Park has also one of
the largest herds of red deer in the country. The central feature is a
nineteenth century castle surrounded by the famous Glenveagh Gardens. Facilities
include a visitors centre, audio-visual show, exhibitions, restaurant, garden
and Glenveagh Castle tea room, nature walks and garden tours. The park is located within
easy reach of Annagry Ranafast Loughanure Bunbeg Derrybeg and Gweedore where the camping ground is
located.
Go
out with James or bring your family out on a supervised kayak trip nearby -all equipment supplied.
Siamsaíocht (Evening Entertainment) 