Lakes around Stradowan are characterized by their natural settings, often featuring footpaths and views of rolling hills. The area includes locations within the Sperrins countryside and near the Camowen River in Omagh. These lakes provide opportunities for walks and enjoying the local landscape. Car parking and picnic areas are available at some locations.
Last updated: May 18, 2026
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There is a picturesque footpath around New Lough where you can enjoy scenes of the still waters surrounded by stunning Sperrins landscape.
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This beautiful lake situated in the heart of the Sperrins countryside is a fantastic location for a walk. The footpath is surrounded by heathland and wildflowers along with views of the surrounding rolling hills. Car parking is available and there is a picnic area, too.
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Pleasant little boating lake as you run along the Camowen River in Omagh. The lake is home to a group of local ducks that are often seeing bobbing on the water.
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The lakes around Stradowan are set in natural environments, often featuring footpaths, heathland, and wildflowers. You can enjoy views of rolling hills and the stunning Sperrins landscape, particularly at Oak Lough and New Lough.
Yes, several lakes are considered family-friendly. Oak Lough, Omagh Boating Lake, and New Lough all offer pleasant environments suitable for families, often with easy footpaths and picnic areas.
Yes, car parking is available at some locations. For instance, Oak Lough provides dedicated car parking facilities.
Beyond walking around the lakes, the area offers various outdoor activities. You can find numerous running trails, road cycling routes, and mountain biking trails. For more details, explore the running trails, road cycling routes, and MTB trails around Stradowan.
Yes, the lakes generally feature footpaths that are suitable for leisurely walks. For example, Oak Lough has a footpath surrounded by natural beauty, and New Lough offers a picturesque footpath around its still waters.
Oak Lough is a fantastic location for a walk, situated in the heart of the Sperrins countryside. Its footpath is surrounded by heathland and wildflowers, offering beautiful views of the rolling hills. It also has car parking and a picnic area.
Omagh Boating Lake is a pleasant spot along the Camowen River in Omagh. It's known for its tranquil waters and is often home to local ducks, making it a nice place for a relaxing visit.
New Lough features a picturesque footpath where visitors can enjoy the serene still waters and the stunning surrounding Sperrins landscape. It's an ideal spot for a peaceful walk.
Yes, some lakes provide picnic facilities. Oak Lough, for instance, has a designated picnic area for visitors to enjoy.
Absolutely. There are several running trails in the vicinity of Stradowan's lakes. You can find various routes, including loops around Gortin & Gortin Glen Lakes, with different difficulty grades. More details are available in the Running Trails around Stradowan guide.
Yes, the area offers both road cycling and mountain biking opportunities. You can explore routes like the An Creagan Visitor Centre loop for road cycling or the Gortin Glen Blue & Red Trail Loop for mountain biking. Check the Road Cycling Routes around Stradowan and MTB Trails around Stradowan guides for more information.
Visitors appreciate the natural settings, the opportunity for walks on well-maintained footpaths, and the scenic views of rolling hills and the Sperrins landscape. The presence of amenities like car parking and picnic areas also adds to the enjoyment.


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