Lough Doo ASSI

Protected area type: Areas of Special Scientific Interest
Feature type: 
  • Earth Science
County: 
  • Tyrone
Council: Mid-Ulster
Guidance and literature: Lough Doo ASSI

The Lough Doo area is of importance in understanding the recent glacial history of Northern Ireland.

Sand ridges represent sub-glacial streams which fed a major pro-glacial lake to the north. The preserved branching eskers are in near pristine condition.

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