Glen of Aherlow
Glen of Aherlow
Image courtesy of www.aherlow.comGlen of Aherlow
Image courtesy of www.aherlow.com
Image courtesy of www.aherlow.com
Glen of Aherlow
Glen of Aherlow
Image courtesy of www.aherlow.comAs well as being important for commercial farming and competitive sports, many families keep horses and ponies for leisure activities. These include hacking
, trekking
, hunting and participating in shows throughout the summer. Trekking over the Galtee mountains and trail finding through the forests within the Glen of Aherlow is popular.
There are also riding centres and open farms, both for the enjoyment of locals and the many tourists who come to Tipperary.
Hacking
Hacking means horse riding at a leisurely pace through the countryside. It is a very popular activity with tourists at the Glen of Aherlow.
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Trekking
In this picture, tourists are trekking along the scenic trail up to Lake Muskery and Lake Diheen. The Galtee Mountains, at 3,000 feet, provide spectacular views.
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There are also riding centres and open farms, both for the enjoyment of locals and the many tourists who come to Tipperary.