The Duhallow region has a variety of walks to suit all ages and interests
For those with time and enthusiasm, or those with a love for walking, Duhallow is best explored on foot and will reveal a breathtaking variety of scenery. Whether it’s trekking along the Mullaghareirk Mountains or along Mount Hilary or going for a stroll in the Island Woods, the Duhallow region has a variety of walks to suit all ages and interests.
IRD Duhallow has worked along with Coillte, Fáilte Ireland, Cork County Council and local landowners to develop the tourism potential of walking in Duhallow. Participants of the Rural Social Scheme carry out upgrading work and maintenance the walks in Duhallow to the standards commended by the Irish Sports Council in their inspections. Brochures are available for each of the walks along with detailed information boards put in place on each of the routes. For more information on these walkways please contact IRD Duhallow at 029-60633 or download the brochures on each below.
The Following is a list of the walkways that are part of The Duhallow Way:
Source of the Blackwater
The Source of the Blackwater Walk is a 12km walking route that stretches from Ballydesmond and right across to Newmarket and back over towards Castleisland in Co. Kerry.
For more information on this walk please download the brochure. Walking Duhallow – Source of the Blackwater
Minimum Gear:walking boots, raingear, snacks & fluids
| Theme: | Nature |
| Terrain: | Forestry Tracks |
| Distance/Difficulty: | 12km/ moderate |
| Ascent: | 150km |
| Duration: | 2 hours 30 minutes – 3 hours |
Mount Hilary
Mount Hilary is located South East of Banteer village and consists of three different looped walks which are listed below.
Please Note: Tree Felling is Currently in Progress.
For more information on this walk please download the brochure. Walking Duhallow – Mount Hillary
Walk A: Green- Knightfield Loop |
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| Theme: | Nature |
| Terrain: | Forestry Tracks |
| Distance/Difficulty: | 4km/ Easy |
| High Point/Ascent: | 220m/130m |
| Duration: | 45 minutes – 1 hour |
| Minimum Gear: | trekking shoes |
Walk B: Blue- Father Murphy’s Loop |
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| Theme: | Nature |
| Terrain: | Forestry Tracks |
| Distance/Difficulty: | 7km/ moderate |
| High Point/Ascent: | 300m/240m |
| Duration: | 1 hour 30 minutes-2 hours |
| Minimum Gear: | trekking shoes, fluids |
Walk C: Red- Mount Hillary Loop |
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| Theme: | Nature |
| Terrain: | Forestry Tracks |
| Distance/Difficulty: | 10km/ moderate |
| High Point/Ascent: | 390m/340m |
| Duration: | 3 hours-3hours 30 minutes |
| Minimum Gear: | hiking boots, raingear, snacks & fluids |
The Island Wood
The Island Wood, located 2 miles outside of the town of Newmarket, is a beautiful wooded landscape area which is perfect for a walk, run or a picnic.
For more information on this walk please download the brochure here. Walking Duhallow – Island Wood
| Theme: | Nature |
| Terrain: | Forestry Tracks |
| Difficulty: | Easy |
| Duration: | 1 hour-1 hour 30 minutes |
| Minimum Gear: | trekking shoes, raingear |
Claragh Loop
The Claragh Loops starting point is located in Millstreet in Co. Cork. For more information on this walk please download the brochure here. Walking Duhallow – Clara Loop
| Theme: | Nature |
| Terrain: | Laneways, hillside tracks and paths |
| Distance/Difficulty: | 10km |
| High Point/Ascent: | 390m/340m |
| Duration: | 2 hours 30 minutes-3hours |
| Minimum Gear: | hiking boots, raingear, snacks & fluids |
Mullaghareirk Mountains
Mullaghareirk Mountains are located north of Meelin in Co. Cork. This route consists of four loops which all start from the trailhead at the entrance to the forestry in the valley of the Glashawee River near Mullaghareirk. The loops are arranged in pairs- the green and blue circle Banane Hill and the red and purple take the walker onto the shoulder of Mullaghareirk.
For more information on this walk please download the brochure here. Walking Duhallow – Mullaghareirk Mountains
Walk A: Green- Banane Loop |
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| Theme: | Nature |
| Terrain: | Forestry Tracks |
| Distance/Difficulty: | 5km/ Easy |
| High Point/Ascent: | 330m-80m |
| Duration: | 1 hour – 1 hour 30 minutes |
| Minimum Gear: | trekking shoes, raingear |
Walk B: Blue- Rowls Langford Loop |
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| Theme: | Nature |
| Terrain: | Forestry Tracks |
| Distance/Difficulty: | 7km/ Easy |
| High Point/Ascent: | 330m/120m |
| Duration: | 1 hour 30 minutes-2 hours |
| Minimum Gear: | trekking shoes, raingear, fluids |
Walk C: Red- Brosneen Loop |
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| Theme: | Nature |
| Terrain: | Forestry Tracks |
| Distance/Difficulty: | 5km/ easy |
| High Point/Ascent: | 360m-100m |
| Duration: | 1 hour- 1 hour 30 minutes |
| Minimum Gear: | trekking shoes, raingear |
Walk D: Purple- Reanahoun Loop |
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| Theme: | Nature |
| Terrain: | Forestry Tracks |
| Distance/Difficulty: | 7km/ Moderate |
| High Point/Ascent: | 400m/160m |
| Duration: | 1 hour 30 minutes- 2 hours |
| Minimum Gear: | trekking shoes, raingear, fluid |
