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Outdoor recreation

Angling

Visit our angling pages and discover the wide range of fishing waters in Northern Ireland

Cycling in forests

Some forests in Northern Ireland provide an enjoyable, fresh, traffic-free environment for cycling

Angling

There are many opportunities for coarse, game or sea angling. Licences are required for using a fishing rod

Walking in forests

Find out about the range of walking trails in Northern Ireland's forests

Camping and caravanning in forests

If you're looking for an ideal camping or caravanning location, some of our forests provide the right facilities

Shooting and wildfowling

Wildfowling is the pursuit of species such as duck and geese, using a smooth bore shotgun

Enjoying waterways

Find out more about what you can do on or near our waterways

Enjoying coasts and beaches

Where to go, heritage coasts, seaside awards, beach and sea safety

Wildlife reserves and protected landscapes

There is a world of wildlife and natural beauty to be discovered in Northern Ireland.

Public rights of way

Public rights of way are public highways that are legally protected in the same way as roads

The Countryside Code

The Countryside Code gives advice on how to enjoy your visit to the countryside

Participate in sport

There are a range of opportunities to get involved in sport in Northern Ireland

Forests

Find a forest near you and discover the wide range of activities you can do in forests, including walking, cycling, camping and caravanning, and orienteering

Parks and green spaces

Public parks, forest parks and Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty - plus Green Flag Awards

Stormont Estate

Stormont Estate is open to the public for recreational use