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Canoeing in Craigavon Lough Neagh Canoe Trail
T: 028 3831 1683
Blackwater Canoe Trail
E: tara.love@craigavon.gov.uk
T: 028 3831 1683
Lough Neagh is the United Kingdom’s largest inland
E: tara.love@craigavon.gov.uk
lake with a shoreline of over 90 miles/150km. The
This 20km trail is a superb flat water venue for
Lough Neagh Trail links the Blackwater Canoe Trail,
canoeing enthusiasts of all abilities. Canoe steps
which enters the Southern end, and the Lower Bann
and interpretation panels have been installed at:
Trail, which exits at the northern end. Combining
Maydown Bridge, Blackwatertown, Moy, The Argory,
these trails it is possible to paddle from the southern
Bond’s Bridge, Verner’s Bridge, Maghery, Maghery Slip
part of Northern Ireland to the Atlantic Ocean on the
and Coney Island. Lough Neagh is Europe’s largest
north coast. A unique and diverse shoreline together
inland lake. Spanning 90 miles in circumference, it is
with the vastness of open water provides for the novice
possible to paddle all the way to the Irish Sea via the
and experienced paddlers.
Lower Bann (grade 2 weirs) situated at the north east
The trail can be started at any access point and can be
of the Lough.
completed in full or in part.
A word of warning: Lough Neagh can be a serious
A word of warning: Lough Neagh can be a serious
undertaking as large waves build up on the vast
undertaking as large waves build on the vast expanse
expanse of water during windy periods – the Lough is
of water during windy periods.
an ideal venue for the experienced open water paddler.
Cascades Leisure Centre
Cusher River Canoe Trail 51 Thomas Street, Portadown, Craigavon,
Trail runs from Bann Boulevard/Portadown Boat Co.Armagh
Club to Knock Bridge T: 028 3833 2802
T: 028 3831 1683 E: cascades@craigavon.gov.uk
E: tara.love@craigavon.gov.uk Facilities include: 33m pool; 10m minor pool; diving
This 3km trail is located on the Cusher River adjacent boards; sauna; steam room; Spa baths; aerobics suite;
to the Upper Bann & Newry Canal, and runs from activity room; committee room; café; crèche area –
Portadown to Knock Bridge. It is a superb flat water kidzone; car park with disabled and bus spaces; toilets;
venue for paddlers of all abilities. Canoe steps have internet access; vending machines
been installed at: Point of Whitecoat, and opposite Admission charge: admission charge applies
Moneypenny’s Lock House at Knock Bridge Opening hours: Monday – Friday 7am – 9.30pm;
Please note: the water level can be particularly low Saturday 10am – 5pm
following extended dry periods.
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