The Best Trails in Connaught (Ireland)

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  • Nephin, Mayo, Ireland (Hewitt, Marilyn and 600m+ peak).

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    near Ballyduffy, Connaught (Ireland)
    Author
    David Howells
    Distance
    4.10mi
    Elevation +
    2379f
    TrailRank
    41
    Photo ofNephin, Mayo, Ireland (Hewitt, Marilyn and 600m+ peak). Photo ofNephin, Mayo, Ireland (Hewitt, Marilyn and 600m+ peak). Photo ofNephin, Mayo, Ireland (Hewitt, Marilyn and 600m+ peak).

    Nephin, Mayo, Ireland (Hewitt, Marilyn and 600m+ peak). I’m keeping these summaries short as I’m on a two month tour of Ireland and there’s a lot of hills to hike and therefore lots of entries. All mapping used are view...

  • Arroo trail + Keeloges Mt (and lough)

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    near Largydonnell, Connaught (Ireland)
    Author
    El Claudio
    Distance
    5.50mi
    Elevation +
    1276f
    TrailRank
    40
    Photo ofArroo trail + Keeloges Mt (and lough) Photo ofArroo trail + Keeloges Mt (and lough) Photo ofArroo trail + Keeloges Mt (and lough)

    The Arroo Trail is located near Glenade and it is sign posted from the main road R280 at Largydonnell. Follow a small lane to a small car park. From there the road is private but pedestrian access has recently been allow...

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  • Ballyconneely Beaches and Inland Trail (Connemara)

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    near Doon Hill, Connaught (Ireland)
    Author
    TonyRoche
    Distance
    10.48mi
    Elevation +
    207f
    TrailRank
    40| Rating 2.0
    Photo ofBallyconneely Beaches and Inland Trail (Connemara) Photo ofBallyconneely Beaches and Inland Trail (Connemara) Photo ofBallyconneely Beaches and Inland Trail (Connemara)

    A nice walk for late August/early September when the Gorse and Heather are in full bloom and the beaches are all yours. Note: Due to gorse fires our path on the return journey was blocked at 10.6km.... then changed rout...

    À ne pas faire ! Surtout en janvier où la lande est complètement détrempée et où les agriculteurs ont clôturé tous les c...
    Patrice35

  • Dugort Bogland Walk

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    near Dugort, Connaught (Ireland)
    Author
    Virgo Hynes
    Distance
    5.44mi
    Elevation +
    367f
    TrailRank
    40
    Photo ofDugort Bogland Walk Photo ofDugort Bogland Walk Photo ofDugort Bogland Walk

    Ensure you have footwear with ankle support for walking across the bogland and that you wear trouser pullups. Bring a walking pole. Not a particularly difficult walk but allow for the wet, soggy section

  • Inishmore-Aran Islands

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    near Kilronan, Connacht (Ireland)
    Author
    Agata Avalo
    Distance
    16.91mi
    Elevation +
    459f
    TrailRank
    40
    Photo ofInishmore-Aran Islands Photo ofInishmore-Aran Islands Photo ofInishmore-Aran Islands

    The Aran Islands are a group of three islands located off the west coast of Ireland in Galway Bay. The largest island is Inishmore, followed by Inishmaan and Inisheer. The Aran Islands are known for their unique culture ...

  • Cashel Hill, Connemara, Ireland

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    near Cashel, Connaught (Ireland)
    Author
    fkaatje
    Distance
    3.21mi
    Elevation +
    1063f
    TrailRank
    40
    Photo ofCashel Hill, Connemara, Ireland Photo ofCashel Hill, Connemara, Ireland Photo ofCashel Hill, Connemara, Ireland

    Nice short hill walk with very rewarding views over the Connemara and nearby Twelve Bens and Maamturks mountain ranges. Park the car at the church and walk up the path to the cemetery. Pass the cemetery on the left an...

  • Croagh Patrick Mountain Loop

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    near Carrowkeeran, Connaught (Ireland)
    Author
    Eric Ll. Ortiz
    Distance
    6.38mi
    Elevation +
    2418f
    TrailRank
    40| Rating 4.67
    Photo ofCroagh Patrick Mountain Loop Photo ofCroagh Patrick Mountain Loop Photo ofCroagh Patrick Mountain Loop

    Croagh Patrick, nicknamed the Reek, is a 764 metres mountain and an important site of pilgrimage in County Mayo, Ireland. Starting from the parking where are the shops. There is a lots of traffic on the route up. Hail...

    Straightforward trail, can be windy at the top though
    kaizersteven

  • Galway to Oughterard: Finding a walking route

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    near Gaillimh, Connaught (Ireland)
    Author
    John P
    Distance
    25.46mi
    Elevation +
    1076f
    TrailRank
    40
    Photo ofGalway to Oughterard: Finding a walking route Photo ofGalway to Oughterard: Finding a walking route Photo ofGalway to Oughterard: Finding a walking route

    I was seeking a route from Galway to Belfast that could be a viable part of the E2 European Long Distance Path. This can be achieved by linking National Trails together such as "The Western Way", "Sligo Way" and "Ulster ...

  • Gortarowey - Benbulben Forest Walk

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    near Cashelgarran, Connaught (Ireland)
    Author
    macbre.pl
    with joanna.borun
    Distance
    3.91mi
    Elevation +
    249f
    TrailRank
    40| Rating 4.84
    Photo ofGortarowey - Benbulben Forest Walk Photo ofGortarowey - Benbulben Forest Walk Photo ofGortarowey - Benbulben Forest Walk

    Gortarowey is all weather in nature consisting of a hard surfaced finish and is suitable for all ages and abilities. The trail begins in a secluded forest area before opening out to provide genuinely stunning close up vi...

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    iosulauzi
    nice walk
    Paul rooney 2

  • Clifden Sky Road small loop

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    near Clifden, Connaught (Ireland)
    Author
    talknwalks
    Distance
    4.04mi
    Elevation +
    207f
    TrailRank
    39
    Photo ofClifden Sky Road small loop Photo ofClifden Sky Road small loop Photo ofClifden Sky Road small loop

    Clifden sky road small loop, starting at the Alcock & Brown Hotel and finishing off back at the hotel. We stopped and started a fair bit on this walk as well as taking in the D'Arcy Monument, so it can be done much faste...

  • Inishmore, Galway (Island HP) Ireland

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    near Kilronan, Connaught (Ireland)
    Author
    David Howells
    Distance
    11.41mi
    Elevation +
    492f
    TrailRank
    39
    Photo ofInishmore, Galway (Island HP) Ireland Photo ofInishmore, Galway (Island HP) Ireland Photo ofInishmore, Galway (Island HP) Ireland

    Arain High Point, Aran Island. I’m keeping these summaries short as I’m on a two month tour of Ireland and there’s a lot of hills to hike and therefore lots of entries. All mapping used are view ranger digital OS 1:50 ...

  • Killary Fjord Famine Walk - Connemara

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    near Bundorragha, Connaught (Ireland)
    Author
    Hilltoptreks
    Distance
    4.04mi
    Elevation +
    148f
    TrailRank
    39| Rating 4.33
    Photo ofKillary Fjord Famine Walk - Connemara Photo ofKillary Fjord Famine Walk - Connemara Photo ofKillary Fjord Famine Walk - Connemara

    A flat coastline walk along the southern shore of Killary Fjord, Ireland's only Fjord, that sits on the west of Ireland in Connemara, with the small town of Leenaun at the top of it. This is a linear walk but nice in bo...

    March 2019 - very nice walk especially when it is a rainy day, still beautiful to walk around the fjord. Be careful with...
    Reslinger

  • Mweelrea Horseshoe

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    near Bundorragha, Connaught (Ireland)
    Author
    Eric Ll. Ortiz
    Distance
    12.29mi
    Elevation +
    3609f
    TrailRank
    39
    Photo ofMweelrea Horseshoe Photo ofMweelrea Horseshoe Photo ofMweelrea Horseshoe

    Start at the beginning of the Doo Lough. The first climb is very steep. Once up, everything is stunning. Just going summit to summit. The last descent before arriving at the Delphi's woods, is on a large pool puddled wi...

  • Croagh Patrick 3 APR 2015

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    near Murrisk, Connaught (Ireland)
    Author
    pmoran
    Distance
    5.25mi
    Elevation +
    2438f
    TrailRank
    39
    Photo ofCroagh Patrick 3 APR 2015 Photo ofCroagh Patrick 3 APR 2015 Photo ofCroagh Patrick 3 APR 2015

    Climbed Croagh Patrick on Good Friday. We ascended from the car park at Murrisk but descended to Leckanvey which was a lot less crowded. The weather was cold but fine.

  • Crockauns mountain - Knocknaclassagh -Glencar, Co Sligo.

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    near Glackbaun, Connaught (Ireland)
    Author
    Miguel2012
    Distance
    4.21mi
    Elevation +
    909f
    TrailRank
    38
    Photo ofCrockauns mountain - Knocknaclassagh -Glencar, Co Sligo. Photo ofCrockauns mountain - Knocknaclassagh -Glencar, Co Sligo. Photo ofCrockauns mountain - Knocknaclassagh -Glencar, Co Sligo.

    In this hike we have panoramic views of Glencar valley, Sligo bay, lough Gill, Knocnarrea. To get to the start point drive on the N16 road and take the L7416 signposted "Kilsellagh" drive for 2-3 Km and park near a gate...

  • 2nd Day Burrishoole Walking Festival

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    near Tierna, Connaught (Ireland)
    Author
    murraydublin
    Distance
    6.49mi
    Elevation +
    1614f
    TrailRank
    38
    Photo of2nd Day Burrishoole Walking Festival Photo of2nd Day Burrishoole Walking Festival Photo of2nd Day Burrishoole Walking Festival

    The Burrishoole Walking Festival held on the first weekend in June, is now in its 24th year. It is necessary to register for the event with the organisers (www.burrishoolewalkingfestival.com), and is centered around the ...

  • Glendahurk hike, Newport, Mullranny Co.Mayo

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    near Knockbreaga, Connaught (Ireland)
    Author
    Miguel2012
    Distance
    9.70mi
    Elevation +
    3356f
    TrailRank
    38
    Photo ofGlendahurk hike, Newport, Mullranny Co.Mayo Photo ofGlendahurk hike, Newport, Mullranny Co.Mayo Photo ofGlendahurk hike, Newport, Mullranny Co.Mayo

    To get to the start point of this walk drive on the N59 from Newport for 7km towards Mallaranny. Take the L54381 road and continue for 2 km approximately until you find a gate on the right hand side. Park here. See photo...

  • 10 AUG 2010: Tully Mountain

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    near Dawros Beg, Connaught (Ireland)
    Author
    eldrich
    Distance
    6.93mi
    Elevation +
    2352f
    TrailRank
    38
    Photo of10 AUG 2010: Tully Mountain Photo of10 AUG 2010: Tully Mountain Photo of10 AUG 2010: Tully Mountain

    Very beautiful hike, and quiet compared to nearby Connemara national park. Non guided so you have to find your own way. The way back along the side of the mountain can be challenging because there are is a lot of vegetat...

  • Keel - Dooagh

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    near Keel, Connaught (Ireland)
    Author
    paulafinan
    Distance
    9.33mi
    Elevation +
    945f
    TrailRank
    37
    Photo ofKeel - Dooagh Photo ofKeel - Dooagh Photo ofKeel - Dooagh

    Keel to Dooagh by road , continue towards Keem by road turning right at Achill water treatment centre. Continue via stoney road to Lough Accorrey. At this point the paved track stops at the car Park & remainder of the tr...

  • Coolin Lough Loop

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    near An Fhairche, Connaught (Ireland)
    Author
    MinxyD14
    Distance
    3.39mi
    Elevation +
    371f
    TrailRank
    37
    Photo ofCoolin Lough Loop Photo ofCoolin Lough Loop Photo ofCoolin Lough Loop

    Nice and quick hike for an experienced hill walker that is comfortable with limited trail markings and mixed terrain. The beginning is a beautiful wooded hike with a steady ascent. Very muddy and rocky but fun. Many va...

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