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Kevin Gallagher went for a hike
December 26, 2023
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Kevin Gallagher went for a hike
July 22, 2022
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August 3, 2022
Some tips that might be of help!
1. Plan as much of your route as you can beforehand. There are no route markings on Benbulbin.
2. Get there early as parking at Luke's Bridge can fill up quickly, especially at weekends.
3. Parts of the route are quite wet and boggy, even in summer, so I would recommend
Kevin Gallagher went for a hike
July 13, 2022
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July 13, 2022
Did this in a hurry on our last morning as had to get back in time for the ferry. Misty and showery, so there were poor views of the north side of Clew Bay. Would like to return and take some time to do this loop properly.
Kevin Gallagher went for a hike
July 12, 2022
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July 12, 2022
Warning: This route is dependent on the tide. Check tide times before undertaking this walk.
Kevin Gallagher went for a hike
March 6, 2022
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Kevin Gallagher went for a hike
January 16, 2022
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January 16, 2022
Walk around Glenlo Abbey grounds (around the edge of the golf course). Nice views of the Corrib River. Path is dry and solid so only trainers required. Walk is on private property so I think you have to be a guest.
Kevin Gallagher went for a hike
January 15, 2022
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January 16, 2022
Walk through Clonbur Woods with an occasional glimpse of Lough Mask. Manageable in trainers, especially in summer. Lots of long straight sections and not a great variety of scenery.
Kevin Gallagher went for a hike
December 27, 2021
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December 29, 2021
Note: There's a right hand turn at 5.8km on my route that's not marked on maps as the route has been changed very slightly. No big deal if you miss it, it's fairly obvious. Also at 7.8km on my route you go straight across the road when you see the barrier to the carpark to pick up the trail to Union
Kevin Gallagher went for a hike
December 26, 2021
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December 26, 2021
Did this walk on Dec 26th. Parked at the little car park and went clockwise around the lake. First part is road, then a short stretch across a farmer's field then a farm vehicle track for a bit. The last 1/3 goes across bog which is very wet this time of year so waterproof boots are essential. Missed
December 26, 2023
The majority of this walk is on quiet country roads. If you do it anticlockwise then there are two short trail loops at the end to finish the walk.