Lough Boora Parklands

Finnamores, set against the spectacular backdrop of the Slieve Bloom Mountains, has something to offer everyone, from the angler to the naturalist, or simply those seeking a peaceful short walk by the lakeshore.

The 30 hectare site contains two angling lakes – Finnamore Upper and Lower, which were developed in 1996 and stocked with carp, trench, rudd and bream. Located alongside the R357, with excellent parking facilities, the lakes are popular with local and visiting anglers.

Natural wetland areas

For the naturalist, the site contains two natural wetland areas located to the east of the lakes. The first has flooded part of a failing Sitka spruce plantation. This failing woodland, complete with its dead and dying trees, inundated by water and with a wetland flora is a fitting reminder of how the great lowland bogs developed. The wetland is characterised by fen species such as Fen pondweed and Blunt-flowered rush.

Whether wandering off the beaten track to take a closer look at the beauty of these natural wetlands, or following the rough walking path around Finnamore Lower, this site offers several pleasant short walks. Picnic tables and information boards are located on site.

Finnamores Lakes consist of Finnamores Upper (nearest to R357) and Lower. They are situated 16 km to the west of Tullamore on the right (south) of the R357 Boora road, which links Cloghan village to the N52 at Blue Ball.