Forest Light at Hazelwood, Sligo

About the Event
This outing focuses on woodland photography and late-autumn light. Hazelwood Forest is just outside Sligo Town and offers a gentle trail through beech, oak, and birch woodland with open views across Lough Gill. The forest paths are easy underfoot, and the soft light at this time of year works perfectly for forest composition and detail shots.

We’ll take the main 4 km loop at an easy pace, stopping along the way for photos of the lake, trees, and changing light. There are plenty of spots for experimenting with depth, texture, and framing.

If the weather turns, the canopy gives decent cover, so this one works well even in light rain. After the walk, we’ll stop for coffee in Sligo Town (Lola Montez Café or nearby).

Photography Goals

• Woodland composition and leading lines
• Managing light and shadow in tree cover
• Reflections and soft contrast on Lough Gill
• Colour, detail, and texture in fallen leaves
• Using manual focus and depth of field in forest settings

What to Bring

• Camera or phone
• Tripod (optional but handy for darker woodland shots)
• Warm, waterproof clothing
• Comfortable shoes or boots
• Drink or snack

Meeting Point
Meet at Hazelwood car park at 11:00 am. We’ll start walking by 11:15 am and finish around 1:30 pm.

The car park is at the end of Hazelwood Road, about 10 minutes from Sligo Town.