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Astellen Waterfall – Glenveagh Castle loop from Killymasny ED

Mountain biking trails

Astellen Waterfall – Glenveagh Castle loop from Killymasny ED

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Astellen Waterfall – Glenveagh Castle loop from Killymasny ED

03:40

51.9km

760m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: April 3, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

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Páirc Naisiúnta Ghleann Bheatha - Glenveagh National Park

Waypoints

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Start point

Parking

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1

23.1 km

Crossing Glenveagh National Park

Highlight • Trail

2

25.9 km

Bridle Path to Lough Veagh, Glenveagh National Park

Highlight • Trail

The bridle path takes you down a wonderful valley towards Lough Veagh. The views are incredibly scenic and the trail is usually pretty quiet so plenty of time for peace and solitude.

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26.7 km

View of Lough Veagh Valley, Glenveagh National Park

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Glenveagh National Park is located in the heart of County Donegal, amidst the wild and rugged landscape of the Derryveagh Mountains. Its pristine habitats and protected wildlife, as well as …

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27.4 km

Glenveagh Valley

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This valley has a fantastic perspective looking down to Lough Veagh. With a waterfall along the way as well as several interesting patches of woodland it can't get much better than this path.

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5

29.3 km

Astellen Waterfall

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The Astellen Waterfall is a lofty 215m high and is particularly impressive after periods of heavy rain. It's a true hidden gem of Ireland.

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32.8 km

Glenveagh Castle

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Here you can walk, fish, admire Glenveagh Castle and the beautiful gardens.
Then sit comfortably in the café and round off the tour with tea and cake.

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35.8 km

Upper Lake

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8

39.2 km

St Colmcille's Birthplace Celtic Cross

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Marked with a celtic cross is the birthplace of St Colmcille. It was put in place in 1911. Next to the cross is Leac na Cumha or the Stone of …

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51.9 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

33.1 km

18.3 km

451 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

16.8 km

15.9 km

10.6 km

8.37 km

222 m

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Highest point (290 m)

Lowest point (30 m)

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Tuesday 16 June

19°C

12°C

55 %

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