What is the best time to visit Cookstown?

The best time to visit Cookstown is in the summer, with the warmest months being July and August. This is also the time with the most camping crowds, so advance planning for your camping trip is recommended. Weather can change at short notice, so always be prepared for rain, wind, and cooler temperatures. Bring warm layers and waterproof outer layers for time on Lough Neagh. Biting midges can be a nuisance around the lake and trees. Campsites can get busy in summer, when advance bookings are recommended if not required. Dates of local festivals and around the week of 12 July are also busy.