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Trail OverviewFermanagh is an ideal destination for canoeing enthusiasts with the magnificent lakes of Upper and Lower Lough Erne, linked by the River Erne, providing a trail of up to 50 km. From the Woodford River on the Upper Lough the Shannon Erne Waterway can be reached and from there it is possible to paddle all the way to Limerick! The Lough Erne Canoe Trail was presented the Innovation Award at the 2008 British Urban Regeneration Waterways Renaissance Awards becoming the first Northern Irish project ever to win such an award. Lower Lough Erne and its rugged shoreline provide a vast expanse of open water where large waves can build during windy periods - an ideal venue for the experienced paddler! In stark contrast the Upper Lough provides good shelter with its maze of bays, narrow channels of slow flowing water and innumerable islands and peninsulas - offering a superb venue for the whole family! Upper and Lower Lough Macnean, located to the west of the Erne system and in full view of the breathtaking Cuilcagh Mountains, flow into the Erne system via the River Arney and offer a fantastic touring venue. While the River Erne is very slow moving flat water the River Arney is faster flowing (grade 1). For those who wish to know more about the area, there is on-shore interpretation at points marked 1-10 on the map. A condensed version of the information is provided in this guide. This guide has been designed for canoeists by canoeists. It gives practical advice on everything required for an enjoyable experience including details of campsites, water points, phone numbers, etc. Happy Paddling!
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