{"id":7449,"date":"2025-03-10T13:43:49","date_gmt":"2025-03-10T13:43:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/?p=7449"},"modified":"2025-07-02T12:13:19","modified_gmt":"2025-07-02T11:13:19","slug":"irelands-hidden-heartlands-a-beautifully-unspoiled-part-of-ireland-where-life-moves-at-its-own-pace","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/nl\/irelands-hidden-heartlands-a-beautifully-unspoiled-part-of-ireland-where-life-moves-at-its-own-pace\/","title":{"rendered":"Ireland\u2019s Hidden Heartlands, a beautifully unspoiled part of Ireland where life moves at its own pace"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_7459\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-7459\" style=\"width: 300px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-7459 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Aerial-view-OBriensbridge-Co-Clare_master-300x216.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"216\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Aerial-view-OBriensbridge-Co-Clare_master-300x216.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Aerial-view-OBriensbridge-Co-Clare_master-1024x738.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Aerial-view-OBriensbridge-Co-Clare_master-768x553.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Aerial-view-OBriensbridge-Co-Clare_master-800x576.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Aerial-view-OBriensbridge-Co-Clare_master-1536x1107.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Aerial-view-OBriensbridge-Co-Clare_master-2048x1475.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Aerial-view-OBriensbridge-Co-Clare_master-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Aerial-view-OBriensbridge-Co-Clare_master-scaled.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-7459\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><strong>O&#8217;Brien&#8217;s Bridge, Co. Clare<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-7468 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Hidden-Heartland-pic-300x280.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"280\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Hidden-Heartland-pic-300x280.png 300w, https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Hidden-Heartland-pic-1024x957.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Hidden-Heartland-pic-768x718.png 768w, https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Hidden-Heartland-pic-642x600.png 642w, https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Hidden-Heartland-pic-13x12.png 13w, https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Hidden-Heartland-pic.png 1369w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Ireland\u2019s Hidden Heartlands<\/strong> travels through 9 counties in Ireland &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/nl\/county\/leitrim\/\">Leitrim<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/nl\/county\/roscommon\/\">Roscommon<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/nl\/county\/longford\/\">Longford<\/a> as well as parts of Clare, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/nl\/county\/westmeath\/\">Westmeath<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/nl\/county\/cavan\/\">Cavan<\/a>, North Tipperary, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/nl\/county\/galway\/\">Galway<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/nl\/county\/offaly\/\">Offaly<\/a> .<\/p>\n<p>This touring route runs through the middle of the Island and includes exciting waterside towns, picturesque rural villages, hidden tracks and trails as well as fascinating Blueways. It&#8217;s a place where you will find everything.\u00a0 There are a plenty of places to overnight or park up for a few nights in one of the many great top quality graded caravan parks in the areas.\u00a0 Check out <a href=\"https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/nl\/\"><strong>Camping Ireland<\/strong><\/a> for loads of options on places to pitch up for a few nights.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Here are some ideas on great things to do and experience during your holiday in <strong>Ireland\u2019s Hidden Heartlands.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Take to your bike or don your walking shoes<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-7454 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Family-cycling-the-Royal-Canal-Greenway-Co-Westmeath_Web-Size-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Family-cycling-the-Royal-Canal-Greenway-Co-Westmeath_Web-Size-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Family-cycling-the-Royal-Canal-Greenway-Co-Westmeath_Web-Size-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Family-cycling-the-Royal-Canal-Greenway-Co-Westmeath_Web-Size-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Family-cycling-the-Royal-Canal-Greenway-Co-Westmeath_Web-Size-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Family-cycling-the-Royal-Canal-Greenway-Co-Westmeath_Web-Size-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Family-cycling-the-Royal-Canal-Greenway-Co-Westmeath_Web-Size-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Family-cycling-the-Royal-Canal-Greenway-Co-Westmeath_Web-Size.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>The\u00a0Royal Canal Greenway<\/strong>, Ireland\u2019s longest greenway,\u00a0starts in\u00a0Maynooth, with some of the most scenic stretches and idyllic spots found between\u00a0Mullingar\u00a0and\u00a0Longford. The Royal Canal Greenway is flat throughout making it a great option for walkers and cyclists of all ability levels. Enjoy the 90 minute walk between Coolnahay Harbour and Ballynacarrigy, stopping to watch boats navigate their way through the lock. Or plan an unforgettable multiday walk stopping off in gorgeous villages for lunch and savouring this magical part of Ireland.<\/p>\n<p>Cycle the Royal Canal Greenway from Mullingar to Longford for a day out that the whole family will enjoy. The 53km route takes experienced cyclists just under three hours to complete, but the rest of us can hop on at any of the seven trailheads or access points on this stretch. Spend the day alongside the Royal Canal freewheeling under bridges and zipping through the countryside on the old towpath.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>The<\/strong><strong>\u00a0Old Rail Trail Greenway<\/strong>\u00a0begins in Athlone and meanders along for 40km to the market town of Mullingar. Naturally, the scenery and length \u2013 taking just over two hours \u2013 make it a perfect route for cyclists of all levels. As part of the Midlands Great Western Railway route, you cycle past flourishing small towns and lush countryside.<\/p>\n<p>Experience an epic and remote walk or cycle on the quiet country roads and forest trails of the\u00a0<strong>East Clare Way<\/strong>. The enormous 180km long loop has options for walkers and hikers of all ability levels. Stroll along the edge of\u00a0Lough Derg\u00a0outside of\u00a0Killaloe, climb the foothills of the Slieve Aughty Mountains to Flagmount and explore the forests near Broadford on a mountain bike. The entire route can take eight days to complete, but don\u2019t worry it can be broken up into smaller sections to suit your needs.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_7465\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-7465\" style=\"width: 300px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-7465 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Fowleys-Falls-Co-Leitrim_Web-Size-1-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Fowleys-Falls-Co-Leitrim_Web-Size-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Fowleys-Falls-Co-Leitrim_Web-Size-1-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Fowleys-Falls-Co-Leitrim_Web-Size-1-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Fowleys-Falls-Co-Leitrim_Web-Size-1-800x535.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Fowleys-Falls-Co-Leitrim_Web-Size-1-1536x1026.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Fowleys-Falls-Co-Leitrim_Web-Size-1-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Fowleys-Falls-Co-Leitrim_Web-Size-1.jpg 1796w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-7465\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Fowley&#8217;s Falls, Leitrim<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Pitch up in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/nl\/parks\/?keywords=&amp;county=30&amp;categories=\">Westmeath<\/a>\u00a0 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/nl\/parks\/?keywords=&amp;county=17&amp;categories=\">Leitrim<\/a>\u00a0 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/nl\/parks\/?keywords=&amp;county=25&amp;categories=\">Roscommon<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/nl\/parks\/?keywords=&amp;county=5&amp;categories=\">Clare <\/a>\u00a0and explore the some of these great trails.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Spend the day surrounded by the trees<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Enjoy a family walk in this forest friendly trail in <strong>Portumna Forest Park<\/strong>. The Forest Friendly Walking Trail is on wide and smooth forest road and timber boardwalk. It winds gently through trees to a viewing platform close to the shore and on to the duck pond before returning to the car park. The viewing platform looks out across Lough Derg and its islands and southwards towards Terryglass while to the right the main expanse of the lake can be seen.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_7456\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-7456\" style=\"width: 300px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-7456 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Lough-Boora-Discovery-Park-Tullamore-Co-Offaly_Web-Size-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Lough-Boora-Discovery-Park-Tullamore-Co-Offaly_Web-Size-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Lough-Boora-Discovery-Park-Tullamore-Co-Offaly_Web-Size-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Lough-Boora-Discovery-Park-Tullamore-Co-Offaly_Web-Size-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Lough-Boora-Discovery-Park-Tullamore-Co-Offaly_Web-Size-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Lough-Boora-Discovery-Park-Tullamore-Co-Offaly_Web-Size-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Lough-Boora-Discovery-Park-Tullamore-Co-Offaly_Web-Size-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Lough-Boora-Discovery-Park-Tullamore-Co-Offaly_Web-Size.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-7456\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">\u00a0Lough Boora Discovery Park<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Explore <strong>Lough Boora Discovery Park<\/strong> in County Offaly. See sculptures on the looped walks, hire a bike to check out the cycle route, try a spot of angling or bring the kids on the fairy trail.\u00a0 Lough Boora Discovery Park offers walking and cycling trails of varying lengths and minimal difficulty. This includes the Sculpture Park, nationally important Mesolithic settlement and the fairy trail for children.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_7452\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-7452\" style=\"width: 200px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-7452 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Birr-Castle-and-Demesne-Birr-Co-Offaly_Web-Size-200x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"200\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Birr-Castle-and-Demesne-Birr-Co-Offaly_Web-Size-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Birr-Castle-and-Demesne-Birr-Co-Offaly_Web-Size-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Birr-Castle-and-Demesne-Birr-Co-Offaly_Web-Size-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Birr-Castle-and-Demesne-Birr-Co-Offaly_Web-Size-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Birr-Castle-and-Demesne-Birr-Co-Offaly_Web-Size-8x12.jpg 8w, https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Birr-Castle-and-Demesne-Birr-Co-Offaly_Web-Size.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-7452\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><strong>\u00a0Birr Castle Demesne<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Explore <strong>Birr Castle Demesne in Co. Offaly<\/strong> and discover fun family activities, tour the castle, explore the glorious gardens and stop off at the Historic Science Centre to see the incredible Great Telescope.\u00a0 Take in spectacular views of the castle from the outdoor terraces. Find peaceful moments by the lake, waterfall and rivers dotted throughout the grounds.\u00a0 Visit the Historic Science Centre and learn about the Great Telescope, built by the Third Earl of Rosse and still functioning today. The I-LOFAR consortium have built a cutting-edge astrophysics observing facility in Birr Castle that connects to the International LOFAR Telescope and one of the most advanced astrophysics research projects in the World. The Castle tour includes a one hour guided tour of the reception rooms of Birr Castle with access to the Science Centre, the Great Telescope and the gardens.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Cavan Burren Park is<\/strong> a unique place where geological and archaeological features are gently revealed in an open and natural setting. Peaceful birdsong, intriguing nature, stunning views, a Visitor Centre and five marked trails are waiting to be discovered. One of the marked trails is multi-access, so this a fantastic place for everyone to explore (and it&#8217;s dog friendly too).\u00a0 Enjoy a special landscape which has evolved from its formation in a tropical sea south of the equator, through the various ice ages to the parkland it is today. Take time in the park\u2019s Visitor Centre, with imaginative displays of the Burren\u2019s story and learn about the geological, archaeological, mythological, natural, and cultural history of this intriguing landscape.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_7460\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-7460\" style=\"width: 300px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-7460 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Lough-Key-Forest-and-Activity-Park-Forest-Walk-Co-Roscommon_Web-Size-300x168.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"168\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Lough-Key-Forest-and-Activity-Park-Forest-Walk-Co-Roscommon_Web-Size-300x168.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Lough-Key-Forest-and-Activity-Park-Forest-Walk-Co-Roscommon_Web-Size-1024x575.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Lough-Key-Forest-and-Activity-Park-Forest-Walk-Co-Roscommon_Web-Size-768x431.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Lough-Key-Forest-and-Activity-Park-Forest-Walk-Co-Roscommon_Web-Size-800x449.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Lough-Key-Forest-and-Activity-Park-Forest-Walk-Co-Roscommon_Web-Size-1536x862.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Lough-Key-Forest-and-Activity-Park-Forest-Walk-Co-Roscommon_Web-Size-2048x1149.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Lough-Key-Forest-and-Activity-Park-Forest-Walk-Co-Roscommon_Web-Size-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Lough-Key-Forest-and-Activity-Park-Forest-Walk-Co-Roscommon_Web-Size-scaled.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-7460\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><strong>Lough Key Forest &amp; Activity Park<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Head to <strong>Lough Key Forest and Activity Park<\/strong> in Boyle, County Roscommon and check out its spectacular views, abundant wildlife, historic buildings and evocative islands. \u00a0\u00a0Discover one of Ireland&#8217;s most extensive and picturesque forest parks. Enjoy the scenic nature walks, beautiful bog garden, enchanting wishing chair, magical underground tunnels, ice house and epic views from the observation tower.<\/p>\n<p>Wander along the tree canopy trail or get a team together for the Boda Borg Challenge. Bring the kids to the Adventure Play Kingdom and explore the grounds with glorious woodland, a pretty lake and several islands. Go on a guided history tour, try the thrilling zipline, and drop by the Visitor Centre.\u00a0 You can also pitch up for a few nights at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/nl\/categories-search\/lough-key-caravan-camping-park\/\">Lough Key Caravan &amp; Camping site<\/a> located within the woodlands of the forest park.<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3><strong>The key to Ireland\u2019s Hidden Heartlands is the River Shannon<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-7457 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Mountshannon-Co-Clare_Web-Size-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"234\" height=\"156\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Mountshannon-Co-Clare_Web-Size-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Mountshannon-Co-Clare_Web-Size-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Mountshannon-Co-Clare_Web-Size-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Mountshannon-Co-Clare_Web-Size-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Mountshannon-Co-Clare_Web-Size-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Mountshannon-Co-Clare_Web-Size-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Mountshannon-Co-Clare_Web-Size.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 234px) 100vw, 234px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Go swimming in Mountshannon &#8211; <\/strong>During the summer months the harbour area is used for boating, kayaking and paddle boarding, and there is a shallow swimming area nearby.\u00a0 Visit the stunning award winning beach in Clare and go swimming in Lough Derg. The chilly and clear waters of\u00a0Mountshannon Beach\u00a0are perfect for an exhilarating swim.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Walk the floating boardwalk on Acres Lake, Drumshanbo &#8211; <\/strong>Head to the Shannon Blueway just outside of\u00a0Drumshanbo\u00a0and experience one of the most unique walks in Ireland. Making up part of a larger 6.5km walk is a wonderful 600m long stretch where you stroll on a floating boardwalk across Acres Lake.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_7451\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-7451\" style=\"width: 300px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-7451 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Acres-Lake-Floating-Boardwalk-Drumshambo-Co-Leitrim_Web-Size-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Acres-Lake-Floating-Boardwalk-Drumshambo-Co-Leitrim_Web-Size-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Acres-Lake-Floating-Boardwalk-Drumshambo-Co-Leitrim_Web-Size-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Acres-Lake-Floating-Boardwalk-Drumshambo-Co-Leitrim_Web-Size-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Acres-Lake-Floating-Boardwalk-Drumshambo-Co-Leitrim_Web-Size-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Acres-Lake-Floating-Boardwalk-Drumshambo-Co-Leitrim_Web-Size-1536x1023.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Acres-Lake-Floating-Boardwalk-Drumshambo-Co-Leitrim_Web-Size-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Acres-Lake-Floating-Boardwalk-Drumshambo-Co-Leitrim_Web-Size.jpg 1801w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-7451\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><strong>Floating Boardwalk, Acres Lake, Drumshanbo<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Baysports<\/strong> located outside Athlone is where you will find Ireland\u2019s largest inflatable waterpark. It is an outdoor adventure centre proud to hold the Guinness World Record for the tallest inflatable floating waterslide in the world: the round tower slide.\u00a0 The most popular attraction is the waterpark, where patrons can enjoy the dizzying heights and the challenging climbs of the tower slides. There are junior waterpark and main waterparks in which you can gain and build your <strong>confidence<\/strong> in and around the water with the safety of wetsuits and lifejackets no matter your level of swimming ability. Kayaking, stand up paddle boarding, pedal boating, rafting, dragon boating, boat trips, and powerboat courses are all on the menu at Baysports, and wetsuits are available to hire.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>If you are looking for a great day out in Cavan, then a visit to <strong>Carafin Activity Park<\/strong> is the perfect choice.\u00a0 Why not try out the Hydrobikes which are 100% pedal powered, easy to ride, lightweight and be enjoyed by everyone young and the not so young.\u00a0 Or take out one of their Pedal Boats suitable for 4 people and you can explore the waterways of County Cavan.\u00a0 The Dragon Boat originates from China and is ideal for a group.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_7453\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-7453\" style=\"width: 300px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-7453 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Cruiser-on-the-Royal-Canal-Greenway-Ballinea-Co-Westmeath_Web-Size-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Cruiser-on-the-Royal-Canal-Greenway-Ballinea-Co-Westmeath_Web-Size-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Cruiser-on-the-Royal-Canal-Greenway-Ballinea-Co-Westmeath_Web-Size-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Cruiser-on-the-Royal-Canal-Greenway-Ballinea-Co-Westmeath_Web-Size-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Cruiser-on-the-Royal-Canal-Greenway-Ballinea-Co-Westmeath_Web-Size-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Cruiser-on-the-Royal-Canal-Greenway-Ballinea-Co-Westmeath_Web-Size-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Cruiser-on-the-Royal-Canal-Greenway-Ballinea-Co-Westmeath_Web-Size-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Cruiser-on-the-Royal-Canal-Greenway-Ballinea-Co-Westmeath_Web-Size.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-7453\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><strong>Royal Canal Greenway, Ballinea, Co. Westmeath<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Pitch up in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/nl\/parks\/?keywords=&amp;county=5&amp;categories=\">Clare<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/nl\/parks\/?keywords=&amp;county=17&amp;categories=\">Letirim<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/nl\/parks\/?keywords=&amp;county=30&amp;categories=\">Westmeath<\/a> and take in the thrills and excitement of these great activities.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>These are just a few ideas for your trip to Ireland\u2019s Hidden Heartlands. So whether you are planning a few days away or a longer break there is plenty to see and do as part of your caravan &amp; camping holiday.<\/p>\n<p>It is time to get planning and booking for your next trip away.\u00a0 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/nl\/\"><strong>Camping Ireland<\/strong><\/a> has so much information to help you plan your caravan &amp; camping trip away.\u00a0 Our website is very user-friendly and has a number of great features which makes it very easy to navigate.\u00a0 One of the new features is that you can now add filters to your selection.\u00a0 This will allow you to get information on parks that are specific to your needs.<\/p>\n<p>You can now filter for sites as follows:<\/p>\n<p><strong>Camping type<\/strong> \u2013 camping, glamping, mobile home hire, etc.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Holiday type<\/strong> \u2013 beach holiday, countryside, family-friendly, dog friendly, etc.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Facilities \u2013 beach nearby, playground, games room, shop, etc.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>County<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Region <\/strong>\u2013 Wild Atlantic Way, Ireland\u2019s Ancient East, Ireland\u2019s Hidden Heartlands, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/nl\/county\/dublin\/\">Dublin<\/a> or Northern Ireland<\/p>\n<p>Also, many sites are now offering online booking which will help you secure your pitch at the click of a button.<\/p>\n<p>Whatever you want <a href=\"https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/nl\/\"><strong>Camping Ireland<\/strong><\/a> has something to suit everyone.\u00a0 Enjoy the independence and flexibility that camping in Ireland can offer in quality approved sites.\u00a0 We look forward to welcoming you to Ireland\u2019s outdoor living.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/nl\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-5927 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Camping-Ireland-Logo-PNG-version-300x93.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"93\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Camping-Ireland-Logo-PNG-version-300x93.png 300w, https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Camping-Ireland-Logo-PNG-version-1024x317.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Camping-Ireland-Logo-PNG-version-768x238.png 768w, https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Camping-Ireland-Logo-PNG-version-800x247.png 800w, https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Camping-Ireland-Logo-PNG-version-1536x475.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Camping-Ireland-Logo-PNG-version-2048x634.png 2048w, https:\/\/www.campingireland.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Camping-Ireland-Logo-PNG-version-18x6.png 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp; &nbsp; Ireland\u2019s Hidden Heartlands travels through 9 counties in Ireland &#8211; Leitrim, Roscommon and Longford as well as parts of Clare, Westmeath, Cavan, North Tipperary, Galway, and Offaly . 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