Discover spectacular scenery, wonderful fishing, cruising and activities in County Cavan.

Reputed to have a lake for every day of the year, Cavan’s waterways have long been a draw for anglers and with no licence requirement there’s instant access to fishing for anglers of all ages and abilities.

If you fancy leaving dry land behind altogether, the Cavan Canoe Centre offers the opportunity to explore the relatively undiscovered Lough Oughter Waterways. Visit www.cavancanoeing.com.

Back on shore, walking enthusiasts can explore a network of trails ranging in length and difficulty. Take in the stunning lake-dotted landscape as you discover the Canal Walk in Ballyconnell, forest walks in Killeshandra and the Castle Lake in Bailieborough, or meander along one of four marked ways in the atmospheric Dun a Rí Forest Park, Kingscourt.

If you’re keen to get stuck in, ODD Gamespark in Ballyconnell offers adrenaline-fuelled action by the bucketload! ODD (www.odd.ie) is the only Irish location for off-road buggies and solo hovercrafting; throw in woodland laser missions, dragster carts, clay pigeon shooting and powerturn team driving and you’ve got an instant recipe for high-octane family fun!

Another must-visit attraction is the Marble Arch Geopark which has recently been expanded into Co. Cavan. Recognised by UNESCO, the Geopark offers stunning show caves and jeep ‘safaris’ as well as guided walks and activity days for all the family. Visit www.marblearchcavesgeopark.com for details.

Golfers, meanwhile, will be spoilt for choice with an 18-hole championship course at Slieve Russell as well as the recent addition of nine holes designed by Jeff Howes at Farnham Estate, with a further nine due to be completed later this year. The county also boasts a variety of 9-hole courses at Crover House Hotel, Mountnugent; Cabra Castle Hotel, Kingscourt; the Park Hotel, Virginia; Blacklion and Belturbet.

Whatever you’re after, it’s all here in Cavan, the perfect place for tranquillity and activity.