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About Lower Lough Erne

Lower Lough Erne scenic view

Image: Andy Hay

Lough Erne is one of the largest freshwater lakes in the UK. Take a leisurely stroll around the forest trails and look across to some of the 40 islands that make up most of the reserve, two of which you can visit by boat. You might see lapwings, curlews and snipe – or perhaps our unique inland colony of breeding Sandwich terns. You may also see pine martens, badgers, red squirrels, otters, hares and stoats in the woodlands.

Opening times

The Castlecaldwell footpaths are open daily from dawn until dusk.

Entrance charges

Free, but donations to help us continue our work here are welcome.

Information for dog owners

Dogs are only allowed on public footpaths and bridleways

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Where is it?

  • Lat/lng: 54.49112,-7.98535
  • Grid reference: NV126271
  • Nearest town: Enniskillen, County Fermanagh
  • County: County Fermanagh
  • Country: Northern Ireland

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