This nearly 15,000 acre compact forest is distinctive in its combination of a National Nature Reserve of native oak within coniferous woodland of maturing spruce, larch and pine. The walk takes you over open hillsides, forest tracks and marsh upland. Starting at Altarichard car park and picnic site, follow waymarkers uphill over marshy upland to the final steep ascent to the summit of Croaghan Mountain (417m), from which there are excellent views of the North Antrim coastline, including Rathlin Island. On a clear day it is possible to see the Scottish islands of Islay and Jura. Following waymarkers down the other side of the mountain to Breen Forest, continue along a grassy track to the main Forest path. Then go straight ahead to the end of the path, following waymarkers along a rough track which is marshy underfoot and out onto a stretch of open hill. At the end of the firebreak, go across a steep gully into Altarichard Forest, continuing until you exit the forest onto the Altarichard Road, returning to the car park.