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View of Clew Bay – Skelp Pass loop from Westport House

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View of Clew Bay – Skelp Pass loop from Westport House

Moderate

4.0

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11

riders

View of Clew Bay – Skelp Pass loop from Westport House

02:02

26.0km

500m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 21, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

1

1.35 km

View of Croagh Patrick and Clew Bay

Highlight • Viewpoint

Riding along the Quay Coast Road you will discover both beautiful coastal views but also gorgeous vistas over the water to Croagh Patrick / Cruach Phádraig.

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2

5.48 km

View of Clew Bay

Highlight • Viewpoint

Expect glorious views across Clew Bay during the descent from Croagh Patrick's eastern arm. Beyond the water rises the scenic Nephin Beg Range, while the town of Westport can also be seen at the southeastern end of the bay.

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3

5.68 km

Skelp Pass

Highlight • Mountain Pass

With fantastic views over Westport Bay, Croagh Patrick and the lush green countryside whats not to like about this awesome track. Take care on the descent as you can pick up some serious speed.

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4

6.45 km

View of Clew Bay and Croagh Patrick

Highlight • Viewpoint

Gorgeous views down over the trail towards Croagh Patrick on one side and out over Clew Bay and its many islands on the other.

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5

7.78 km

View of Croagh Patrick from Ownwee

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This route is known as the back way up Croagh Patrick

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B

26.0 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

18.0 km

7.28 km

732 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

10.1 km

8.62 km

7.28 km

< 100 m

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