This is a pleasant location on the shores of Lough Corrib, with its many beautiful islands. Close to the car park there is a swimming area, which is safe for bathing and a favouries spot for skimming stones with the children. This was a favourite amenity site which was first made famous by the Guinness family, who lived in nearby Ashford Castle up to 1939.
Ardnageeha has a rich cover of Coniferous/broadleaf mixture, including Larches, Norway Spruce, Douglas Fir, Oak and Spanish chestnut. The late spring brings the rhododendrons into full bloom also bilberry ,bog myrtle, mini bamboo and laurel. The fauna include the red squirrel ,pine martin, badger, stoat and fox.
The lakeshore has many birds living in its environs, including cormorants, water hens, herons, swans and mallard.
There are lots of trails to follow to have a hike in the woods, one of which leads to Ashford Castle.