This walkway has long been established as an excellent resource for wildlife and people and in the summer of 2021 underwent extensive civil work to install street lighting and a cycle path along its entire route. Coming in just under 5km in length, the trail connects Curraheen Road, Bishopstown, all the way to River Lee field, Cork City. This trail consists of many different habitats, from mature and young native woodland, ponds, and grassland to high-quality native riparian vegetation along the river, as noted at Murphy’s Farm, Bishopstown.

Just off the main walkway, you will find fantastic natural features thanks to the maturity and variety of habitats in the area. Interesting features include an old tree that has survived abuse from fires being lit in its trunk. A tree of this age constitutes its own habitat as it supports an abundance of biodiversity. Further down the path, within riparian woodland, you can find a quiet space in the shade of riparian native trees. An old fallen tree acts as a natural bench looking at the white water of the river, creating the perfect spot for birdwatching. Birds are readily seen drinking and bathing along stretches of the river, including the Kingfisher. Furthermore, a secluded pond surrounded by dense woodland provides refuge for wetland and woodland birds, such as the coot, mallard, heron, and moorhen as well as smaller woodland birds in the surrounding trees.

Nature Network Ireland also have an Otter trail that follows the Curraheen route.