It is worth taking the loop round Ross Island to take in the views over Lough Leane towards Cow Island and Rough Island. Just behind you is 'Blue Hole'. So called due to the greeny blue hue of the water from the deposits of copper, lead and zinc ore found there.

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Best routes to Lough Leane Shore on Ross Island

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1. Muckross House, Ross Castle & Lough Leane loop — Killarney National Park

30.4km

01:59

240m

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Fantastic views – Muckross Abbey loop from Fossa

38.0km

02:14

170m

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Ross Castle – Muckross Abbey loop from Killarney

17.8km

01:03

70m

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Location: Kerry, Munster, Ireland

Other Popular Places to Check Out

View of Lough Leane from Governor's Rock

Meeting of the Waters and Old Stone Bridge, Killarney National Park

Lovely cyclelane

Killarney House and Gardens

Muckross Abbey and Ancient Yew Tree

View of Lough Leane and Muckross Lake

Ross Island Copper Mine

Old Kenmare Road Forest, Killarney National Park

View of Ross Castle Across the Lake

View of Lough Leane

Eagle Statue and Views of Lough Leane, Tomies Woods

View of Lough Leane from Killarney National Park

Lough Leane Shore on Ross Island

1. Muckross House, Ross Castle & Lough Leane loop — Killarney National Park

2. Fantastic views – Muckross Abbey loop from Fossa

3. Ross Castle – Muckross Abbey loop from Killarney

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