Things To Do

Lough Boora Discovery Park, centrally located in Boora, County Offaly, 20kms from Tullamore is a former industrial peat extraction site that has been rehabilitated to form a spectacular parkland site. An abundance of flora and wildlife can be spotted amongst the grasslands, lakes and wetlands as well as the award-winning Sculpture Park consisting of 24 innovative works of art formed using industrial materials of the bog, that dramatically change the landscape with varying contrast depending on the weather, throughout the seasons and over time.

Lough Boora offers an on-site café, bike hire & 50km of walking & cycling trails. Guided walking and cycling tours led by experienced local guides covering a variety of topics form nature and wildlife, art in the landscape and industrial heritage. Additionally, visitors can partake in a variety of group and team building activities as well the unique Velorail experience offering a unique view of the parklands via pedal powered rail bikes which travel around a 4km looped railway route.

Things To Do

Walking Routes

Our park offers trails ranging from a short stroll to longer treks to take you through our diverse amenities.

View Walking Trails

Fairy Trail

Fairy Avenue is the home to 14 fairies, each of them bringing something special to the park.

Explore Fairy Avenue

Cycling & Bike Hire

Explore the park on our three bike friendly routes.

View Cycle Routes

Sculpture Park

Where art meets nature – Lough Boora is home to some of the most innovative land and environmental sculptures in Ireland

Explore the Sculptures

Velo Rail

Traverse the bogland on pedal-powered rail bikes.

Explore Velo Rail

Bird Watching

Over 130 bird species have been recorded in the park.

Birds at the Park

Nature & Wildlife

Encounter some of Ireland’s threatened wildlife species.

Explore our Wildlife

Angling & Fishing

Four lakes to enjoy a variety of fishing.

View Fishing Lakes

What Visitors Say About Us

David Butler
2 days ago
Just a beautiful place to chill, relax and have a great day out by yourself, with a loved one or the whole family. Bring a picnic or eat in the brilliant cafe with friendly staff. Bring your own bike or hire just the job from the friendly bike hire place. Loads of routes to take , but don't miss the sculpture trail. Bring your camera. Car parking is free- a notable exception in this grasping world. I live over an hour away, but it is still worth the drive for a fantastic day out. Fully recommended as one of the hidden gems in Ireland's hidden depths.
Kelsey Canfield
5 days ago
Beautiful stroll with many options for paths. Gorgeous sculpture garden. Worth the stop. Thanks
Derek Liddy
6 days ago
Fantastic place to visit..beautiful walks with plenty to see..enjoy a snack and coffee in the beautiful cafe overlooking the little lake and watch the wildlife..Would definitely be around great family trip for a few hours..
trish graham
1 week ago
Beautiful place. Very clean. Cafe clean and very helpful staff.
Mariusz Jeznach
3 weeks ago
Amazing, good to spend whole day walking and enjoying
Kayleigh
4 weeks ago
Lovely spot for a wander. Enjoyed it in the winter last year but especially lovely in great weather. kids can take their bikes and fishing rods and please themselves. Fairy Lane is ni e and shady. The coffee and service is great in the cafe too.
Elio Roets
1 month ago
Mooie fietsroute en betaalbare fietsverhuur. De kunstwerken waren ook zeer mooi. De fietstocht leert je meer over hoe men het turf ontgon
Annemie Oosterlynck
1 month ago
Nice bikeride, beautifull nature, easy to rent bikes, good place for picknick but there is also a bar with panini's and drinks an nice art walk
Renars Marcuks
1 month ago
Best park I went to In Ireland, worth the drive Clean, Friendly staff You can rent a bike for 12/hr Many paths to walk and cycle and plenty of picnic locations You can see lakes and the nice paths all well kept Free parking and entry
Tim Knippels
1 month ago
Prachtig park en mooie historie over de turf velden
CK 1 (ck1)
2 months ago
Wonderful place! So lovely to cycle without worrying about traffic. Absolute gem of a man at the cycle hire. Could not recommend highly enough.
Sandra Sadauskaite
2 months ago
Great place, definitely be back, lovely sculptures, nice scenery walks.
Julie C
2 months ago
What an amazing place, a large car park with space for motorhomes. Wheelchair accessible picnic benches. Several wonderful walking/cycling trails (bikes available to hire by the hour). I did the 5km sculpture walk. Great for nature lovers, butterflies & dragonflies abound. Really nice cafe beside a small lake. Lovely gift shop. Could do with a little more signage & maybe a leaflet specifically for the sculpture walk with info on each piece. I’d definitely visit again.
Tomasz Sieradzan
2 months ago
Great place to relax super bike and walking routes
Aidan Conway
2 months ago
Great place for families. I walked but regretted not going on bicycle, which seems the best way to explore the extensive area. A very peaceful place, close to nature. Very impressive fairy forest
Donelan Language Tuition
2 months ago
Lough Boora Discovery Park is an absolute hidden gem and one of the best outdoor destinations in Ireland. The walking and cycling trails are beautifully maintained, with stunning scenery, peaceful lakes, and plenty of wildlife to enjoy. The unique sculptures dotted throughout the park add a special touch, making every visit interesting and memorable. It’s perfect for families, couples, or anyone looking to escape into nature. The fairy trail is a big hit with children, and the café is a lovely place to relax after exploring. There’s plenty of space, free parking, and something new to discover every time you visit. Whether you’re looking for a leisurely walk, a bike ride, or simply a peaceful day outdoors, Lough Boora Discovery Park is well worth a visit. I highly recommend it and will definitely be back!
Not Monitored (Unavailable)
3 months ago
Beautiful walk and really enjoyed the area
Killian Ryan
3 months ago
Lovely walks around the park. Some works going on and areas closed off. Could do with better signage. Cafe is nice to visit. Not a big menu, nice staff and location on the lake. Fairy Walk is great for kids. Few toilet facilities dotted around.
Ken Jordan
3 months ago
Lovely walks, lady in the reception was very helpful...
Paul Cullen
3 months ago
Very well laid out walking and cycling tracks . Nice coffee spot also with outdoor seating
Paul The Family Guy
4 months ago
We visited Lough Boora with our two children and had a fantastic day out. There is so much for kids to enjoy, from the little train to the enchanting mossy woodland that feels like something out of a fairy tale. Our children loved exploring and running around the forest trails. The park is very accessible and well maintained, making it easy for families to get around. Bicycle hire is available, including wagons for younger children, which is a great option for exploring more of the park. We finished our visit at the café, where we enjoyed refreshments on the lovely terrace overlooking a peaceful lake. It was the perfect way to end a wonderful family day out. We’ll definitely be back!
Groovy Grub
4 months ago
Beautiful , lots to do and see .👏😎
Ronan Skehill
4 months ago
Got a bite to eat here before cycling. We enjoyed the food. Coffee was good. Cycled through Lough Boora to get on to the Greenway.
CD
4 months ago
Lovely cafe and bikes for rent. Great trails good for buggy’s and all kids
Musab Alfraij
4 months ago
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