Clifden views – Tidal Causeway to Omey Island loop from Owenglin River

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Clifden views – Tidal Causeway to Omey Island loop from Owenglin River

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Clifden views – Tidal Causeway to Omey Island loop from Owenglin River

02:55

50.5km

450m

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: August 22, 2026

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Parking

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2.93 km

Clifden views

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A wonderful panorama builds in front of you as you cycle into Clifden which sits in a stunning backdrop of the Twelve Bens mountains.

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4.69 km

Castle Gate on Sky Road

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Walk to the castle, behind it there is a path to the old stables. Behind it a road runs up, you can go through the gate over the meadow and …

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6.86 km

View of Slyne Head Lighthouse and Coast

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the lower road has less traffic and still amazing views

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10.2 km

View of Kingstown, Omey, and Inishbofin

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Cycling the Sky Road from Clifden is all about taking in the incredible views. Here at the most north westerly point you will be well and truly rewarded.

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25.5 km

Tidal Causeway to Omey Island

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Omey Island is accessible across the sandbank at low tide. Follow the waymarkers in the sand. You can either drive or run across, but it is very important to check …

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26.3 km

Tidal Causeway to Omey Island

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Omey Island is accessible across the sandbank at low tide. Follow the waymarkers in the sand. You can either drive or walk across, but it is very important to check …

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31.3 km

Anchor Beach

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One of the most beautiful beaches in the world: secluded, serene, beautiful and all yours, for the afternoon. Occasionally a curragh drifts in with the tide, laden with the best …

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31.4 km

Anchor Beach

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One of the most beautiful beaches in the world: secluded, serene, stunning and all yours, for the afternoon. Occasionally a curragh drifts in with the tide, laden with the finest …

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50.5 km

End point

Parking

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