Barna Woods, located a few miles away from Galway City Centre, close to Knocknacarra suburb, is a zone of mixed broadleaf woodland and a source of valuable resources for the residents and visitors of the region. The area is primarily popular among visitors for exercising, running, birding, and hiking.
The woods are easily accessible from Barna Road 336 near a car park or Cappagh park, located in Knocknacarra. It is a place of great ecological importance owned by Galway City Council, which is managed as a part of Galway Bay Complex, a Special Area of Conservation, which safeguards a diverse range of terrestrial, coastal, and marine habitats. The park invites you for a lovely nature walk to enjoy its rich flora and fauna and different network of paths to explore, full of beauty and lush, especially naturally growing oaks. Trees and rocks covered with moss resemble a green chair or a couch to sit on and enjoy the beauty of nature.
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