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Knocknarea Forest Walk – View of Lough Gill loop from Knocknarea

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Knocknarea Forest Walk – View of Lough Gill loop from Knocknarea

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Knocknarea Forest Walk – View of Lough Gill loop from Knocknarea

02:34

7.75km

350m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: March 21, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Parking

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1

1.25 km

View of Sligo Bay

Highlight • Viewpoint

2

1.57 km

boardwalk

Highlight • Trail

The ascent and descent through the forest are somewhat steep in places. The wooden plank path, with steps and metal inserts to prevent slipping in wet conditions, allows for safe …

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1.64 km

Knocknarea Forest Walk

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When it is foggy, there is a mystical atmosphere in the forest at Knocknarea. And the denser the forest, the more beautiful the view over it. ;-)

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4

2.50 km

Queen Maeve's Grave (Knocknarea Cairn)

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Large burial mound on the Knocknarea near Sligo. The climb is nice and not too long. Allegedly the queen was buried standing here in her armor!

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5

2.96 km

View of Lough Gill

Highlight • Viewpoint

dreamy landscapes

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6

3.03 km

Gate With No Dogs Beyond This Point Sign

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7

3.16 km

Queen Maeve Trail Information Board

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great information boards

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8

4.05 km

Cows in the Irish Countryside

Highlight • Natural

B

7.75 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.68 km

2.02 km

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.15 km

2.07 km

2.00 km

495 m

< 100 m

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