Having parked safely in Killeenleigh, walk in a southerly direction to Coiscumerach (sometimes called Crois a’ Chárta as it once was the location of a forge). Turn left here and with the well-kept Grotto at your right, continue on along the main road for about 1 kilometre. The Cumerach River flows parallel to the road on the right hand side and hatchery has recently been reopened on this stretch of river to provide fish stocks for rejuvenation of local rivers and lakes.

At the sign for Derriana Lake, you may choose to divert for a while along a windy cul de sac road as far as the town land of Coomavoher. The views of the unspoiled landscape, lake and mountain from there are worth the effort! This road is narrow and has many blind spots and turns, so please take the utmostcare when walking along here.

From the diversion point at Derriana cross, continue along the main road once again, with the old school building on your left hand side. This route is known locally as the “Cumergleann” and from it’s highest point you will have a great opportunity to see a vast stretch of the Inny valley before entering a more secluded afforested area. At the next junction, turn left to return to your starting point in Killeenleigh (approx 2 km)

Route Map