Family Fun
The full family Experience
Have fun with the Family
With lots for families to do, Cavan is the perfect place to enjoy that special family time. Have fun at Erne Island Waterpark, explore the Cuilcagh Lakelands UNESCO Global Geopark and the megalithic landscape of Cavan Burren Park.
Get paddling on the waterways and visit an island castle, hire a water bike, or take a boat trip on the majestic River Erne. Cycle the 12km family friendly ‘Killykeen Way’ or visit a forest park, a visitor farm, do a teddy bear workshop or have an immersive experience at Cavan Museum and the remarkable World War 1 Trench Experience.
Intro to fishing for children and adults. Professional guide for experienced anglers. Boat trips on the River Erne.
Specialised Teddy Bear Gift Shop & Crafts Studio Experience. Gardens, playground, events and picnic area. Part of the Craft Studio Experience
Ideal for sight-seeing and fishing. Visit Crom Castle and explore the majestic River Erne. Safety equipment included. Fishing tackle also available.
Enjoy a day out on water or land. Hydro Bikes, Pedal Boats, Boat Hire, Laserclay and lots more.
Land and water adventures – kayaking, tours, inflatable waterpark and more in the Hidden Heartlands on the stunning waterways of Cavan.
A visit to this spectacular megalithic landscape, overlooked by majestic Cuilcagh Mountain is a must. Free entry. Four marked trails and visitor centre. Toilets and parking.
Award-winning museum. WW1 Trench Experience, 1916 Rising Experience, Peace Garden, shop, cafe, playground and Nun’s Walk.
Swimming pool with slides and fun
Playground (inc. accessible play area), park, adults outdoor gym, walks
Horse riding lessons, breaking and schooling of horses and livery
Scenic, historic forest park with walking trails, sculpture trail, picnic benches. €5 adm per car – pay at gate.
A magical fairy forest dedicated to the memory of Erica Ní Draighneain, (2010-2016)
Inflatable waterpark on the lake. Fun for all ages on trampolines, slides, climbing frames and more!
Farm animals and activities – nature trails, tractor rides, heritage trails and more
Wrapped around Lough Oughter. Walking and cycle trails inc the Killykeen Way greenway, picnic benches, lake swimming, coffee, toilets. Home to CABU lodges.
Distance: 12km greenway linking Killykeen Forest Park and Killeshandra Terrain: Tarmacked path
Trailhead: Killykeen or The Pleasure Lake, Cavan Road, Killeshandra
Experience a time of Knights & Conquests. An interactive and fun journey through time.
Children’s playcentre with 24ft climbing wall, air guns, slides, soccer pitch and baby area
Acres of picturesque parkland with a beautiful house and gardens with cafe and a fairy trail for kids. 16km from Virginia and 36km from Cavan.
23-acre 18 hole par 3 golf course in scenic drumlin countryside. Bar and restaurant.
Rock climbing experiences for adults, children and families.
Canoeing, banana boating, abseiling, gorge walking, archery, assault course, orienteering and more.
Play areas for babies, toddlers and older children. Separate football area. Cafe and ample parking.
1km walking trail along the River Erne. Picnic benches. Home to the Dreamscape outdoor art exhibition.
The largest outdoor replica trench in Ireland or the UK – includes visual and sound effects.
