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DONEGAL PLANNING TO GET THE ‘POINT’ OF THE APPALACHIAN TRAIL!

written by Stephen Maguire August 2, 2013
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Harvey’s Point is inviting hikers from all over the world to its special ‘Gathering’ event which tracks the Irish leg of the famous Appalachian Trail from Donegal to Antrim.

Sliabh League is among the reasons why tourists visit Donegal.

Sliabh League is among the reasons why tourists visit Donegal.

The International Appalachian Trail (IAT) traditionally stretched from Georgia to Maine and welcomes an estimated 2.5 million hikers each year.

Last year, this trail was extended to include the spectacular coastal cliffs of Slieve League through to the stunning Antrim coast, finishing in Ballycastle.

This exciting and educational event runs from the 23rd to the 27th September 2013, featuring Harvey’s Point as the base.

Our aim is to help position Ireland in the USA and Canada as a top walking destination and it is a fantastic marketing opportunity to promote Donegal & Northern Ireland with a cross-border trail.

​All walks are between 4- 5 hours , 3 of the 4 walks will contain some off road walking so a good pair of waterproof boots are essential as is water proof jackets and over trousers.

 

Day 1

Disert to Harvey’s Point: The most scenic section of the Bluestack way, taking in the Eglish valley and the rugged splendour of the Bluestacks.

Day 2

Slieve League: Where the International Appalachian Trail starts in Europe. Starting in Bunglas and taking in the highest sea cliff sin Europe, an early Christian site on the slopes of slieve league and finishing in the sleepy fishing village of Teelin.

Day 3

Loughal to Leghowney , starting at ruins of an hunting lodge at Loughall, crossing the border at Kelly’s bridge and winding our way through mountain farms and forestry, finishing at a rural Ballroom of Romance”

Day 4

Glencolmcille past the deserted area of Port through the foothills of Slievetooey to the golden strands at Maghera

For further details please contact our Sales Team on 00353 749722208 or email heide@harveyspoint.com

 

DONEGAL PLANNING TO GET THE ‘POINT’ OF THE APPALACHIAN TRAIL! was last modified: August 1st, 2013 by Stephen Maguire
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Stephen Maguire

Stephen Maguire is the co-founder of Donegal Daily. He has worked as a reporter for almost 30 years starting locally with the Donegal Peoples Press before moving to the Mirror Group. He continues to contribute daily to national media outlets including the Irish Times, RTE, the Irish Independent, Irish Sun, Irish Mirror, Irish Star, the Daily Mail and the Examiner.

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