The Best Trails in Connaught (Ireland)

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Benchoona Garraun loop

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near Gowlaun, Connaught (Ireland)

André Allan Busarello

Distance

6.53mi

Elevation +

2129f

TrailRank

34

Easy hiking with a steep start (maybe moderate for begginers). Lots of great views of the mountains around (Mweelrea, Sheeffry, Ben Gorm, Maamturks and 12 Bens) plus some lakes through the loop that are great spots to s...

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Erisbeg Peaks and Back (Connemara)

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near Roundstone, Connaught (Ireland)

TonyRoche

Distance

4.32mi

Elevation +

925f

TrailRank

34

The trail starts in Roundstone. Parking should be easy to find even though it’s a popular tourist village by the sea. It’s a straight road walk for the first 1.2km. From here there is no distinct path (probably becaus...

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Mweelrea Ben Bury Doolough

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near Dardeen, Connaught (Ireland)

Neil Kenealy

Distance

8.00mi

Elevation +

2946f

TrailRank

34

Driving South from Louisburgh through Killadoon, we followed signs for the Silver Strand beach and park at the Cul-de-sac sign just past a pink house at Dadreen [L687762], just a minute or two before the road ends at the...

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Diamond Hill from Letterfrack

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near Letterfrack, Connacht (Ireland)

Bea.gurban

Distance

4.39mi

Elevation +

1329f

TrailRank

34

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Loop trail from Letterfrack passing through: - Diamond Hill (3.0 km) Nice hike, not too hard. Few stobe steps to climb, but it's pretty decent. Lovely views over the Connemara lakes.

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A Day Exploring Inis Mór

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near Kilronan, Connaught (Ireland)

wildtramper

Distance

15.83mi

Elevation +

755f

TrailRank

34

Inis Mór is one of the Aran Islands which can be reached by ferry from Doolin or Rossaveal, both near Galway. On my two night, with one full day to explore, visit I walked the length and width of the island. On that walk...

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Glenade Eagle's Rock

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near Cloontyprughlish, Connaught (Ireland)

Camlin Ramblers

Distance

4.57mi

Elevation +

1634f

TrailRank

34| 3.33

Walk at Glenade climbing Ben Bulben's eastern escarpment and descending towards Lough Glenade. Head west from road to climb through boulder strewn area between large rock outcrop and rock face of mountain. Keep an eye ou...

Very beautifull scenery but we couldn't find the so called sheep track. It is just going up mountain without real path s...
Rick Vlaming

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Erris Beg Roundstone

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near Coogla, Connaught (Ireland)

seamielyons

Distance

7.15mi

Elevation +

886f

TrailRank

34

A wonderful scenic hikes little bit off the beaten track at times, but gorgeous spectacular views slightly above moderate... Enjoy

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Glencorbet horseshoe - Connemara Co Galway

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near Letterettrin, Connaught (Ireland)

Miguel2012

Distance

7.87mi

Elevation +

3241f

TrailRank

34

Driving from Leenaun on N59 take R344 road, take the 1st lane (right turn) on this road and park near a small cluster of houses. This area in near the Twelve Pins and provides magnificent views of Kylemore Lough and surr...

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Omey Island, County Galway

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near Claddaghduff, Connaught (Ireland)

Virgo Hynes

Distance

4.01mi

Elevation +

46f

TrailRank

34

Irelands only underwater road. Can only be accessed 2 hours before low water to 2 hours before high water. A magical place only 600 metres off shore.

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Coolaney Mountain Bike Trails

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near Seevness, Connacht (Ireland)

Harry Bridges

Distance

15.76mi

Elevation +

1857f

TrailRank

33

Finally a gorgeous sunny summer afternoon in July, so we headed up to play with our e-bikes at Coolaney bike park! We did all the blue runs and then felt confident enough to try the red ones. It’s been raining a lot so t...

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An Fhairche / Clonbur Forest Trail

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near An Fhairche, Connaught (Ireland)

MinxyD14

Distance

4.54mi

Elevation +

85f

TrailRank

33

Very easy and gentle trail with some beautiful scenery including castle ruins. Had to skip White Island due to high water making the path inaccessible on foot. We started late in the day so only did a small loop secti...

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Inishmore - Aran Island - coast and hills

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near Kilronan, Connaught (Ireland)

Jordi
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Distance

8.84mi

Elevation +

699f

TrailRank

33

Just went for a morning run visiting the northern coast and returning back to the pier through the island hills. Didn't had time to visit Dún Aonghasa prehistoric fort but it's quite close to the returning point in the m...

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Washinghole Bridge Loop

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near Knockalegan, Connaught (Ireland)

John Garrett

Distance

15.06mi

Elevation +

843f

TrailRank

33

From Derrada Community Centre walk towards Furnace. At the Salmon Bridge continue straight on. This is the Rocky Mountain Trail. Follow this until you reach the point where the Greenway appears about 100m south (LHS) and...

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Mount Gable

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near An Fhairche, Connaught (Ireland)

Paul's Peaks

Distance

3.93mi

Elevation +

1024f

TrailRank

33

Really beautiful hike! The views of the lakes, islands and out into the mountains of Connemara are spectacular! We done this walk after a few days of dry weather so it was pretty dry on top, but bring a decent pair of bo...

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Derroura Trail Forest (red track)

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near Glentrasna, Connaught (Ireland)

Eric Ll. Ortiz

Distance

9.23mi

Elevation +

699f

TrailRank

32

This is a track expressly designed for mountain biking, but it's also good for trail running. There are two tracks: red and green. Here you'll find the red one, which is a full loop very well marked and fun.

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Sheeffry Hills

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near Cushlough, Connaught (Ireland)

André Allan Busarello

Distance

13.23mi

Elevation +

3360f

TrailRank

32

Easy hiking that offers views of Croagh Patrick, Mweelrea, Ben Creggan, 12 Bens (12 Pins) and Devil's Mother. Can be considered a moderate hike if you are not used to hike 20+ km. Hiking boots should be wear because the...

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Wetern Way to Lettershanbally Loop (Connemara)

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near Recess, Connaught (Ireland)

TonyRoche

Distance

7.37mi

Elevation +

220f

TrailRank

32

In the heart of the Inagh Valley... this walk has alot to offer. Mountain views on all sides which include the Maumturk Mountains, the Twelve Bens and the mountains of south County Mayo. At 3.5km the highlight are the ...

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Cong to Ardnageeha Woods ;return journey by lake sjore

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near Cong, Connaught (Ireland)

Red+Annie+Ali

Distance

4.41mi

Elevation +

236f

TrailRank

32

Lovely quite walk. Beautiful views of lake and islands with outline of mountains in distance. Nice area for a coffee break as several benches and tables. Ali and I helped ourselves to and coffee and treats on nice dry ro...

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Maumturks Marathon Maum - along the Western Way

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near Maum, Connaught (Ireland)

Eric Ll. Ortiz

Distance

27.93mi

Elevation +

1906f

TrailRank

32

Lovely loop around the Maumturks mountains, following the Western Way. This route starts at Keanes in Maam, and follows the Western Way, all marked. It is gorgeous, easy going trail. It goes through the Saint Patrick...

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Roscahill wind park

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near Doon, Connaught (Ireland)

gerryquinn

Distance

8.90mi

Elevation +

804f

TrailRank

32

Only 20 minutes from Galway city. Off road. 650 feet climb (gentle) up to the mast. Plan for walk.. walk in and turn left up to mast.. as in map..back down and turn left again along the original route. Walk to lake (...

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Nephin loop from Lahardane. Up and over challenge. 2019

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near Lahardaun, Connaught (Ireland)

Eric Ll. Ortiz

Distance

9.14mi

Elevation +

2543f

TrailRank

32

Starting from the Murphys pub in Lahardane, the first 3km are on a road until we go into an easy path track to follow. The ascent to the top is very steep, mainly on grass, the last part with rocks. The downhill is pre...

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Wandering on Inishturk

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near Garranty, Connaught (Ireland)

mark lewis

Distance

5.72mi

Elevation +

1299f

TrailRank

32

This was a very slow wander on this special island. We spent ages watching birds and admiring the scenery as we were lucky to get some excellent weather. This route was achieved by following anything that took our intere...

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Ballyconneely northern part

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near Ballyconneely, Connaught (Ireland)

padussau

Distance

7.78mi

Elevation +

138f

TrailRank

32

Don't try to go through the sheepgate, you'll get in an impossible swamp - except of course if you have waterproof boots or it hasn't been raining for weeks or you like to get your feet wet...

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Western Way - Galway (most)

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near Oughterard, Connaught (Ireland)

jrpcalvert

Distance

33.63mi

Elevation +

2349f

TrailRank

32

Most of Western Way - Galway from Oughterard towards Leenane. I came off the trail a few kms before Leenane to stay in hostel. I did in a long day which makes it difficult but it can be split into smaller sections using ...

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Crossmolina - Creevy loop

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near Crossmolina, Connaught (Ireland)

John Garrett

Distance

10.98mi

Elevation +

348f

TrailRank

32

Loop from Crossmolina through Kilmurry More, Creevy, Owenbue, Carrogarve, Ballyscanlon, Ballycorroon and back to Crossmolina. Mostly on quite country roads with maybe 3km on R level roads a 2km on the N59.

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