Exploring West Cork on foot is a delightful way to connect with nature. To help you make the most of your adventures, we’ve compiled the top easy hikes and walks …

Last updated: September 21, 2025

4.9

(28)

353

hikers

1. Mizen Head

2.46km

00:41

50m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Navigate

Send to Phone

Save

Easy

4.5

(39)

155

hikers

2. Glengarriff River loop to Lady Bantry's Lookout

4.40km

01:12

60m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Navigate

Send to Phone

Save

Easy

Let us show you the way with the komoot mobile app

With a free komoot account, you can easily find, customize, and navigate endless outdoor adventures in England and beyond.

4.6

(19)

hikers

3. Ardgroom & Pulleen loop

3.57km

00:59

60m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Navigate

Send to Phone

Save

Easy

4.8

(11)

hikers

4. Clear Island loop

6.59km

01:54

170m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Navigate

Send to Phone

Save

Easy

4.8

(6)

hikers

5. Allihies Point loop

5.41km

01:27

70m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Navigate

Send to Phone

Save

Easy

4.8

(11)

hikers

6. Castlehaven Inlet — Rineen Forest loop

3.67km

00:59

40m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Navigate

Send to Phone

Save

Easy

5.0

(2)

hikers

7. Bantry House loop from Bantry

3.72km

01:01

60m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Navigate

Send to Phone

Save

Easy

4.0

(3)

hikers

8. Carrigfadda Hill loop

4.38km

01:22

160m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Navigate

Send to Phone

Save

Easy

4.7

(26)

194

hikers

9. Viewpoint Near Glengarriff – Lough Hyne loop from Skibbereen

3.54km

01:10

170m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Navigate

Send to Phone

Save

Easy

4.9

(18)

hikers

10. Dursey Island Cable Car – Garrinish Point loop from Ballydonegan

5.43km

01:40

180m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Navigate

Send to Phone

Save

Easy

Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.

Already have an account?

Our route recommendations are based on thousands of hikes, rides, and runs completed by other people on komoot.

Other adventures around West Cork

Old Paths to the Ocean's Edge — Sheep's Head Way

Hiking Collection by

luc lemahieu

The Atlantic, rugged mountains and stunning coast – Beara Way

Hiking Collection by

Paul

Hike Ireland's coast: cliffs, waves and wonderful wide beaches

Hiking Collection

Awaken your spirit of discovery — family-friendly walks in Ireland

Hiking Collection by

Tourism Ireland

Ireland's blue rivers and lakes – walks along the water

Hiking Collection

Discover Ireland's past – historical walks on the Emerald Isle

Hiking Collection by

Wild Atlantic Way — day hikes for your road trip along Ireland's coastline

Hiking Collection by

Ireland's wild west

Hiking Collection by

Maren Ingrid

Most popular routes around West Cork

Hiking around West Cork

Cycling around West Cork

Running Trails around West Cork

Road Cycling Routes around West Cork

MTB Trails around West Cork

Most popular attractions around West Cork

Places to see

Lakes

Mountain Peaks

Castles

Get inspired with the komoot mobile app

With a free komoot account, you can easily find, customize, and navigate endless outdoor adventures around London and beyond.

Join komoot Now

Didn’t find what you were looking for?

Check out more Hikes throughout West Cork below and find the perfect route in your destination.

Lough Hyne Glenbeg Lough Glengarriff Woods

Explore more

Browse the best Hikes in other regions.

Cork The Municipal District of Bandon-Kinsale The Municipal District of East Cork Cobh Carrigaline The Municipal District of Kanturk-Mallow Macroom Fermoy

Easy hikes and walks around West Cork

1. Mizen Head

2. Glengarriff River loop to Lady Bantry's Lookout

3. Ardgroom & Pulleen loop

4. Clear Island loop

5. Allihies Point loop

6. Castlehaven Inlet — Rineen Forest loop

7. Bantry House loop from Bantry

8. Carrigfadda Hill loop

9. Viewpoint Near Glengarriff – Lough Hyne loop from Skibbereen

10. Dursey Island Cable Car – Garrinish Point loop from Ballydonegan

Other adventures around West Cork

Most popular routes around West Cork

Most popular attractions around West Cork

Get inspired with the komoot mobile app

Didn’t find what you were looking for?

Explore more

Get ready to conquer new peaks

We value your privacy ⛰️

We value your privacy ⛰️