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 | | | | | | | | | |  BBC Copyright | | Lough Foyle is famous for its autumn migrants with wildfowl and waders in abundance including Whooper Swans and Brent Geese. In autumn the birds are here for one thing - the mud and food which the Lough provides.
| |  | Estuaries are great habitats for wildlife during the autumn. They provide plentiful food for birds including waders and swans.
| |  | - Estuaries offer fantastic opportunities for wildlife watching including bird watching and rock pooling.
| | | Lough Foyle - Visitor Guide | | Address: | RSPB Lough Foyle, near Londonderry, County Londonderry, Northern Ireland. | | Telephone: | RSPB reserve - 028 9049 1547 | | e-mail | rspb.nireland@rspb.org.uk | | Map: | Multimap of Lough Foyle area. | | Ordnance Survey: | OS ref: C 434 166 | | Key attraction: | Bird watching - autumn migrants. | | Essential kit: | Water proof footwear, binoculars and scope.
Bird identification book. | | Nature watching: | Bird watching - excellent views across mud flats and nearby fields. Whooper Swans and geese. Near Ballykelly. Mammal spotting - Otters - near Roe Estuary. | | Access: | Disabled access: Variable terrain not suitable for all visitors. Unimproved paths and trails - natural site. The reserve staff are happy to discuss any requirements prior to your visit. | | Getting there: | The reserve is located off the A2. Access via a number of minor roads off the A2 between Limavady and Londonderry. Nearest rail station: Londonderry (8 miles). Nearest bus: Ballykelly. | | Opening times: | Open year round at all times. | | Charges: | Free entry. |
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